1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1979 Citroen CX
To start off, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Citroen CX would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 420 kg more than 1979 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX, 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, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (166 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1979 Citroen CX | |
Make | Aston Martin | Citroen |
Model | V8 Vantage | CX |
Year Released | 1987 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 87.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3100 mm |