2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1959 Citroen 2CV
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 4,282 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (24 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1959 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Citroen 2CV is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Citroen 2CV will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (50 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1959 Citroen 2CV | |
Make | Aston Martin | Citroen |
Model | V8 Vantage | 2CV |
Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4282 cc | 850 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 50 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 19 L |