2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1995 Citroen C
To start off, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Citroen C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Citroen C would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (435 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 391 more horse power than 1995 Citroen C. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1995 Citroen C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 935 kg more than 1995 Citroen C. 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, 1995 Citroen C, 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 (540 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Citroen C. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Citroen C.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 1995 Citroen C | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Citroen |
| Model | DB7 | C |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2750 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 | 1780 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 66 L |
