2009 Citroen C6 vs. 1981 Porsche 930
To start off, 2009 Citroen C6 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Porsche 930. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Porsche 930 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Porsche 930 (296 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C6. (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 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 570 kg more than 1981 Porsche 930.
Because 1981 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 1981 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, both vehicles can yield 440 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2009 Citroen C6 has automatic transmission and 1981 Porsche 930 has manual transmission. 1981 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 | 1981 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | Citroen | Porsche |
| Model | C6 | 930 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1981 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1300 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 |
