1998 Citroen Xantia vs. 1972 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Citroen Xantia is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,341 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Porsche 911 (190 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xantia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen Xantia weights approximately 208 kg more than 1972 Porsche 911.
Because 1972 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xantia, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Porsche 911 (217 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xantia. (142 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1972 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Citroen Xantia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Citroen Xantia | 1972 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | Xantia | 911 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1761 cc | 2341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1077 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2270 mm |
