1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1957 Citroen DS
To start off, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Citroen DS 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 475 more horse power than 1957 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 865 kg more than 1957 Citroen DS. 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, 1957 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.
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1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1957 Citroen DS | |
Make | Aston Martin | Citroen |
Model | V8 Vantage | DS |
Year Released | 1977 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1911 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 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 |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3130 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 63 L |