2006 Citroen C5 vs. 1973 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Citroen C5 is newer by 33 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 74 more horse power than 2006 Citroen C5. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Citroen C5 weights approximately 623 kg more than 1973 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Citroen C5 (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Porsche 911. (260 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 2006 Citroen C5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Citroen C5 | 1973 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | C5 | 911 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1573 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 |