1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1987 Citroen Mehari
To start off, 1987 Citroen Mehari is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,668 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 795 kg more than 1987 Citroen Mehari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Aston Martin DB4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Citroen Mehari, 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, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (320 Nm) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm). This means 1961 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 1987 Citroen Mehari | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Citroen |
| Model | DB4 | Mehari |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3668 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |
