1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1971 Citroen DS
To start off, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Citroen DS would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (402 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1971 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 608 kg more than 1971 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 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 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 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, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (550 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1971 Citroen DS | |
Make | Aston Martin | Citroen |
Model | V8 Vantage | DS |
Year Released | 1989 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 151 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 85.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1212 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3130 mm |