1958 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1974 Citroen GS
To start off, 1974 Citroen GS is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Aston Martin DB2 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 285 kg more than 1974 Citroen GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Aston Martin DB2 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 1958 Aston Martin DB2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Citroen GS, 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, 1958 Aston Martin DB2 (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Aston Martin DB2 | 1974 Citroen GS | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Citroen |
| Model | DB2 | GS |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 43 L |
