1976 Citroen CX vs. 2011 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Citroen CX would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin Rapide is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin Rapide (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1976 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin Rapide should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin Rapide weights approximately 645 kg more than 1976 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Aston Martin Rapide 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 2011 Aston Martin Rapide. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 2011 Aston Martin Rapide (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen CX. (186 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Citroen CX | 2011 Aston Martin Rapide | |
| Make | Citroen | Aston Martin |
| Model | CX | Rapide |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2347 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |
