2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1948 Citroen 15
To start off, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 4,280 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (379 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1948 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1948 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 244 kg more than 1948 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1948 Citroen 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, 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1948 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Citroen |
| Model | V8 Vantage | 15 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4280 cc | 2866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 379 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3100 mm |
