1953 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1988 Citroen BX
To start off, 1988 Citroen BX is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Aston Martin DB4 (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 363 kg more than 1988 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Aston Martin DB4 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 1953 Aston Martin DB4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Citroen BX, 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, 1953 Aston Martin DB4 (195 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen BX. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1953 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Aston Martin DB4 | 1988 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Citroen |
| Model | DB4 | BX |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 894 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 80 L |
