1998 Citroen Xsara vs. 1966 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Citroen Xsara is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Porsche 911 (160 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1998 Citroen Xsara. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1998 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Citroen Xsara weights approximately 38 kg more than 1966 Porsche 911.
Because 1966 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 1966 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Citroen Xsara, 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, 1998 Citroen Xsara (210 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Porsche 911. (179 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1998 Citroen Xsara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Citroen Xsara | 1966 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | Xsara | 911 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1966 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1909 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.7:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1062 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2220 mm |