1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1945 Citroen 15
To start off, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 473 more horse power than 1945 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1945 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 665 kg more than 1945 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 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 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1945 Citroen 15, 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, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 558 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1945 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Citroen |
| Model | V8 Vantage | 15 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1945 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3100 mm |
