1956 Citroen DS vs. 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen DS would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 346 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 491 kg more than 1956 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 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 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 Citroen DS, 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, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Citroen DS | 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | Citroen | Aston Martin |
Model | DS | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1909 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 469 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1631 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4382 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1867 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1257 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2604 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |