1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1994 Citroen XM
To start off, 1994 Citroen XM is newer by 16 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 434 more horse power than 1994 Citroen XM. (115 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen XM. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 710 kg more than 1994 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, 1994 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 577 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen XM. (168 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen XM.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1994 Citroen XM | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Citroen |
| Model | V8 Vantage | XM |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 66 L |
