1956 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1988 Citroen BX
To start off, 1988 Citroen BX is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Aston Martin DB3 weights approximately 75 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 1956 Aston Martin DB3 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 1956 Aston Martin DB3. 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, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 (243 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1956 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Aston Martin DB3 | 1988 Citroen BX | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Citroen |
| Model | DB3 | BX |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
