1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre vs. 1950 Citroen 11
To start off, 1950 Citroen 11 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre (76 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1950 Citroen 11. (55 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre should accelerate faster than 1950 Citroen 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Citroen 11 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre.
Because 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre 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 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1950 Citroen 11, 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Aston Martin 2-Litre | 1950 Citroen 11 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Citroen |
| Model | 2-Litre | 11 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3280 mm |
