1945 Citroen 15 vs. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 67 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1945 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1945 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 306 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 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 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, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Citroen 15. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has automatic transmission and 1945 Citroen 15 has manual transmission. 1945 Citroen 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Citroen 15 | 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
| Make | Citroen | Aston Martin |
| Model | 15 | V8 Vantage |
| Year Released | 1945 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 469 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1867 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2601 mm |
