2007 Citroen C4 vs. 1976 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Citroen C4 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Porsche 911 (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C4. (181 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C4 weights approximately 178 kg more than 1976 Porsche 911.
Because 1976 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 1976 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C4, 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, 1976 Porsche 911 (260 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C4. (180 Nm @ 7000 RPM). This means 1976 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Citroen C4 | 1976 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | C4 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1338 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 79 L |
