1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1978 Citroen CX
To start off, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Citroen CX would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1978 Citroen CX. (74 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1978 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 448 kg more than 1978 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante 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 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Citroen CX. (149 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1978 Citroen CX | |
Make | Aston Martin | Citroen |
Model | V8 Volante | CX |
Year Released | 1979 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 2499 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 149 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 93.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 80 L |