1980 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1967 Citroen DS
To start off, 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Citroen DS would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 773 kg more than 1967 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda 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 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 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. Let's talk about torque, 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1967 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Citroen |
| Model | Lagonda | DS |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 3140 mm |
