1998 Citroen Xantia vs. 1974 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Citroen Xantia is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Porsche 911 (165 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xantia. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 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 50 kg more than 1974 Porsche 911.
Because 1974 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 1974 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, 1974 Porsche 911 (235 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Citroen Xantia. (133 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1974 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 | 1974 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | Xantia | 911 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1580 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 70.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 79 L |
