1945 Citroen 15 vs. 2010 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 65 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 394 more horse power than 1945 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1945 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 489 kg more than 1945 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Aston Martin DB9 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 2010 Aston Martin DB9. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1945 Citroen 15, 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, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 413 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Citroen 15 | 2010 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Citroen | Aston Martin |
| Model | 15 | DB9 |
| Year Released | 1945 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4712 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2741 mm |
