1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2001 Citroen C5
To start off, 2001 Citroen C5 is newer by 42 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 (314 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2001 Citroen C5. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Citroen C5 weights approximately 229 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, 2001 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 (377 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Citroen C5. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 2001 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Citroen |
| Model | DB4 | C5 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1251 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2760 mm |
