2003 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1986 Citroen Mehari
To start off, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 1986 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 1320 kg more than 1986 Citroen Mehari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 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 2003 Aston Martin DB7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Citroen Mehari, 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, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 (550 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 511 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Aston Martin DB7 | 1986 Citroen Mehari | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Citroen |
| Model | DB7 | Mehari |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 602 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2410 mm |
