1984 Citroen C 15 vs. 2011 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin Rapide is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin Rapide (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 423 more horse power than 1984 Citroen C 15. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin Rapide should accelerate faster than 1984 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin Rapide weights approximately 1085 kg more than 1984 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Aston Martin Rapide 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 2011 Aston Martin Rapide. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Citroen C 15, 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, 2011 Aston Martin Rapide (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 514 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Citroen C 15. (86 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Citroen C 15 | 2011 Aston Martin Rapide | |
| Make | Citroen | Aston Martin |
| Model | C 15 | Rapide |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1124 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 865 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 90 L |
