2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1990 Citroen C 15
To start off, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 406 more horse power than 1990 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1990 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 937 kg more than 1990 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 Aston Martin DB7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Citroen C 15, 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, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (556 Nm) has 486 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 1990 Citroen C 15 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Citroen |
| Model | DB7 | C 15 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2760 mm |
