1974 Citroen CX vs. 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen CX would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 1974 Citroen CX. (101 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 366 kg more than 1974 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Aston Martin V8 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 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Citroen CX, 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, 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen CX. (161 Nm). This means 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Citroen CX | 2010 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
| Make | Citroen | Aston Martin |
| Model | CX | V8 Vantage |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 469 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1867 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1257 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
