1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1967 Citroen DS
To start off, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 19 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), 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 209 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 362 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 1986 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 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante. 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, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1967 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Citroen |
| Model | V8 Volante | DS |
| Year Released | 1986 | 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 | 317 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 65 L |
