1958 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1987 Citroen Mehari
To start off, 1987 Citroen Mehari is newer by 29 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 89 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1987 Citroen Mehari. 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, 1987 Citroen Mehari, 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 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Aston Martin DB2 | 1987 Citroen Mehari | |
Make | Aston Martin | Citroen |
Model | DB2 | Mehari |
Year Released | 1958 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |