2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1969 Citroen Dyane 4
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Citroen Dyane 4 would be higher. At 4,310 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (380 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4.
Because 2006 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 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1969 Citroen Dyane 4, 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, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Citroen Dyane 4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1969 Citroen Dyane 4 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Citroen |
Model | V8 Vantage | Dyane 4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1969 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4310 cc | 425 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6750 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 29 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 43 L |