1998 Aston Martin Vantage vs. 1960 Citroen DS
To start off, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Citroen DS would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage (600 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 518 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (82 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 686 kg more than 1960 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Aston Martin 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 1998 Aston Martin Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 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, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage (814 Nm) has 677 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1998 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Aston Martin Vantage | 1960 Citroen DS | |
Make | Aston Martin | Citroen |
Model | Vantage | DS |
Year Released | 1998 | 1960 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 1911 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 814 Nm | 137 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 100 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 63 L |