1953 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1999 Citroen Xsara
To start off, 1999 Citroen Xsara is newer by 46 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 50 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (75 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Xsara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 237 kg more than 1999 Citroen Xsara. 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, 1999 Citroen Xsara, 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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Xsara. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1953 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Xsara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Aston Martin DB4 | 1999 Citroen Xsara | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Citroen |
| Model | DB4 | Xsara |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2550 mm |
