2007 Citroen C3 vs. 1973 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Citroen C3 is newer by 34 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 100 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C3. (108 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C3 weights approximately 118 kg more than 1973 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Porsche 911 (260 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C3. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C3 | 1973 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | C3 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1587 cc | 2687 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1068 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2280 mm |
