2009 Citroen C6 vs. 1975 Porsche 930
To start off, 2009 Citroen C6 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Porsche 930 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C6. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Citroen C6 weights approximately 730 kg more than 1975 Porsche 930.
Because 1975 Porsche 930 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 1975 Porsche 930. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Citroen C6, 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 C6 (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Porsche 930. (350 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Citroen C6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Porsche 930. 2009 Citroen C6 has automatic transmission and 1975 Porsche 930 has manual transmission. 1975 Porsche 930 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Citroen C6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Citroen C6 | 1975 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | C6 | 930 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 6.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2510 mm |
