1968 Citroen DS vs. 1968 Aston Martin DB6
To start off, both 1968 Citroen DS and 1968 Aston Martin DB6 were released in the same year (1968). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Aston Martin DB6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Aston Martin DB6 (325 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1968 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 1968 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 415 kg more than 1968 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Aston Martin DB6 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 1968 Aston Martin DB6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1968 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, 1968 Aston Martin DB6 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Citroen DS | 1968 Aston Martin DB6 | |
Make | Citroen | Aston Martin |
Model | DS | DB6 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1983 cc | 3995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 151 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 72 L |