1959 Aston Martin DBR2 vs. 1959 Citroen 2CV
To start off, both 1959 Aston Martin DBR2 and 1959 Citroen 2CV were released in the same year (1959). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Aston Martin DBR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Aston Martin DBR2 (312 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DBR2 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Because 1959 Citroen 2CV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Aston Martin DBR2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Citroen 2CV will offer significantly more control. 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.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Aston Martin DBR2 | 1959 Citroen 2CV | |
Make | Aston Martin | Citroen |
Model | DBR2 | 2CV |
Year Released | 1959 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4164 cc | 850 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 312 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 19 L |