1959 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1956 Citroen DS
To start off, 1959 Aston Martin DB2 is newer by 3 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 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 43 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 62 kg more than 1959 Aston Martin DB2.
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, 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, 1959 Aston Martin DB2 (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Aston Martin DB2 | 1956 Citroen DS | |
Make | Aston Martin | Citroen |
Model | DB2 | DS |
Year Released | 1959 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2920 cc | 1911 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 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 | 1237 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3130 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 63 L |