2009 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1992 Citroen Rally Raid
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Citroen Rally Raid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Citroen Rally Raid 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 225 more horse power than 1992 Citroen Rally Raid. (296 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1992 Citroen Rally Raid. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 506 kg more than 1992 Citroen Rally Raid. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Citroen Rally Raid (590 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish. (577 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1992 Citroen Rally Raid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1992 Citroen Rally Raid | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Citroen |
| Model | Vanquish | Rally Raid |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1992 |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 521 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 577 Nm | 590 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 3000 mm |
