1965 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 1987 Citroen AX
To start off, 1987 Citroen AX is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Aston Martin DB5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Aston Martin DB5 would be higher. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Aston Martin DB5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1987 Citroen AX. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen AX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Aston Martin DB5 weights approximately 808 kg more than 1987 Citroen AX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 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 1965 Aston Martin DB5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Citroen AX, 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, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 (389 Nm @ 3850 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen AX. (73 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1965 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Aston Martin DB5 | 1987 Citroen AX | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Citroen |
| Model | DB5 | AX |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 389 Nm | 73 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 80 L |
