1959 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1948 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1959 Aston Martin DB2 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 2,920 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Aston Martin DB2 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (9 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 493 kg more than 1948 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Aston Martin DB2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1948 Citroen 2CV, 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, 1959 Aston Martin DB2 (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 2CV. (23 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Aston Martin DB2 | 1948 Citroen 2CV | |
Make | Aston Martin | Citroen |
Model | DB2 | 2CV |
Year Released | 1959 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2920 cc | 375 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 9 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 23 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 682 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 20 L |