1973 Citroen DS vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Citroen DS would be higher. At 5,935 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 407 more horse power than 1973 Citroen DS. (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 470 kg more than 1973 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Aston Martin Vantage 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 2013 Aston Martin Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen DS. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen DS | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
| Make | Citroen | Aston Martin |
| Model | DS | Vantage |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4385 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2022 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2601 mm |
