2009 Citroen C4 vs. 1974 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Citroen C4 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 2,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Porsche 911 (151 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C4. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C4 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1974 Porsche 911.
Because 1974 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 1974 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Citroen C4 (241 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Porsche 911. (240 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Citroen C4 | 1974 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Citroen | Porsche |
Model | C4 | 911 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1560 cc | 2687 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 151 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 70.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 192 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1355 kg | 1075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |