1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1943 Citroen 7A
To start off, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Citroen 7A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Citroen 7A would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante (309 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1943 Citroen 7A. (35 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1943 Citroen 7A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 914 kg more than 1943 Citroen 7A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 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 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1943 Citroen 7A, 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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1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1943 Citroen 7A | |
Make | Aston Martin | Citroen |
Model | V8 Volante | 7A |
Year Released | 1984 | 1943 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5339 cc | 1527 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 309 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2920 mm |