1963 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1963 Citroen DS
To start off, both 1963 Aston Martin DB4 and 1963 Citroen DS were released in the same year (1963). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1963 Citroen DS. (82 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1963 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1963 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Aston Martin DB4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 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.
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1963 Aston Martin DB4 | 1963 Citroen DS | |
Make | Aston Martin | Citroen |
Model | DB4 | DS |
Year Released | 1963 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1911 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3130 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 63 L |