1997 Citroen Rally Raid vs. 2011 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Citroen Rally Raid would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1997 Citroen Rally Raid. (296 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1997 Citroen Rally Raid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin DBS weights approximately 245 kg more than 1997 Citroen Rally Raid. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Aston Martin DBS. (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 1997 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Aston Martin DBS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Citroen Rally Raid | 2011 Aston Martin DBS | |
| Make | Citroen | Aston Martin |
| Model | Rally Raid | DBS |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 590 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4722 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2741 mm |
