1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2000 Citroen C5

To start off, 2000 Citroen C5 is newer by 41 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 (204 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C5. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Citroen C5 weights approximately 29 kg more than 1959 Aston Martin DB4.

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, 2000 Citroen C5, 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 (324 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C5. (161 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C5.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Aston Martin DB4 2000 Citroen C5
Make Aston Martin Citroen
Model DB4 C5
Year Released 1959 2000
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3670 cc 1769 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 204 HP 116 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 324 Nm 161 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 92 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 92 mm 81 mm
Drive Type Rear Front
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1350 kg 1379 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4620 mm
Vehicle Width 1680 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 86 L 66 L