2009 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1983 Citroen Mehari
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish (521 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 492 more horse power than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1983 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 1401 kg more than 1983 Citroen Mehari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish 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 Vanquish. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish (577 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 538 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1983 Citroen Mehari | |
Make | Aston Martin | Citroen |
Model | Vanquish | Mehari |
Year Released | 2009 | 1983 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 521 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 577 Nm | 39 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2410 mm |