1999 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1976 Citroen GS
To start off, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Citroen GS would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 359 more horse power than 1976 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1976 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 985 kg more than 1976 Citroen GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Aston Martin DB7 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 1999 Aston Martin DB7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Citroen GS, 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, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 (550 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Aston Martin DB7 | 1976 Citroen GS | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Citroen |
| Model | DB7 | GS |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 72 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 43 L |
