1943 Citroen 15 vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 69 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), 2012 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A8 (372 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1943 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1943 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A8 weights approximately 695 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 2012 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, 2012 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, 2012 Audi A8 (444 Nm) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1943 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1943 Citroen 15. 2012 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. 2012 Audi A8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1943 Citroen 15 | 2012 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | 15 | A8 |
| Year Released | 1943 | 2012 |
| 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 | 372 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5268 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 3122 mm |
