1959 Citroen DS vs. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen DS would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante (310 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 494 kg more than 1959 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante 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 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 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, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 1985 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
| Make | Citroen | Aston Martin |
| Model | DS | V8 Volante |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 97 L |
