1943 Citroen 15 vs. 2010 Audi A8
To start off, 2010 Audi A8 is newer by 67 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A8 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1943 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1943 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi A8 weights approximately 675 kg more than 1943 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Audi A8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1943 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A8 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, 2010 Audi A8 (440 Nm) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1943 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 2010 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1943 Citroen 15. 2010 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1943 Citroen 15 has manual transmission. 1943 Citroen 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1943 Citroen 15 | 2010 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | 15 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1943 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5192 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3073 mm |
