1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1989 Citroen XM
To start off, 1989 Citroen XM is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 381 more horse power than 1989 Citroen XM. (168 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1989 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 570 kg more than 1989 Citroen XM. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 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 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Citroen XM, 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, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 510 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Citroen XM. (235 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Citroen XM. 1989 Citroen XM has automatic transmission and 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Citroen XM will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1989 Citroen XM | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Citroen |
| Model | V8 Vantage | XM |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 80 L |
