1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1999 Citroen Berlingo
To start off, 1999 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. (74 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Aston Martin DB4 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 DB4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Citroen Berlingo, 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 DB4 (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Citroen Berlingo. (110 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 1999 Citroen Berlingo | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Citroen |
| Model | DB4 | Berlingo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2700 mm |
