1987 Citroen CX vs. 2010 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Citroen CX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Citroen CX would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 373 more horse power than 1987 Citroen CX. (137 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Aston Martin DBS weights approximately 390 kg more than 1987 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Aston Martin DBS 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 2010 Aston Martin DBS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 2010 Aston Martin DBS (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen CX. (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen CX | 2010 Aston Martin DBS | |
| Make | Citroen | Aston Martin |
| Model | CX | DBS |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4722 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 78 L |
