2009 Aston Martin DBS vs. 1994 Citroen AX
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Citroen AX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Citroen AX would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 462 more horse power than 1994 Citroen AX. (48 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1994 Citroen AX.
Because 2009 Aston Martin DBS 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 2009 Aston Martin DBS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Citroen AX, 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, 2009 Aston Martin DBS (571 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 497 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Citroen AX. (74 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Citroen AX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DBS | 1994 Citroen AX | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Citroen |
| Model | DBS | AX |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 48 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 62 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2290 mm |
