1963 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 1980 Citroen Mehari
To start off, 1980 Citroen Mehari is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Aston Martin DB5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Aston Martin DB5 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Aston Martin DB5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Aston Martin DB5 (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1980 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 1980 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Aston Martin DB5 weights approximately 975 kg more than 1980 Citroen Mehari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Aston Martin DB5 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 DB5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1963 Aston Martin DB5 (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Citroen Mehari. (40 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1963 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Aston Martin DB5 | 1980 Citroen Mehari | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Citroen |
| Model | DB5 | Mehari |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1980 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2410 mm |
