2004 Citroen C5 vs. 1973 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Citroen C5 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Porsche 911 (208 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2004 Citroen C5. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2004 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Citroen C5 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1973 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Porsche 911 (260 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Citroen C5. (202 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Citroen C5 | 1973 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | C5 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 202 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2280 mm |
