1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1960 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 1079 kg more than 1960 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Citroen 2CV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Citroen 2CV will offer significantly more control. 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, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 384 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1960 Citroen 2CV | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Citroen |
| Model | V8 Volante | 2CV |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 850 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 50 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 19 L |
