2003 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1981 Citroen Mehari
To start off, 2003 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Aston Martin DB9 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 421 more horse power than 1981 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1981 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1981 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 DB9 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 DB9. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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 DB9 (557 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 518 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Aston Martin DB9 | 1981 Citroen Mehari | |
Make | Aston Martin | Citroen |
Model | DB9 | Mehari |
Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 557 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |