1951 Citroen 15 vs. 2012 Audi S5
To start off, 2012 Audi S5 is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1951 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 1951 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi S5 weights approximately 424 kg more than 1951 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi S5 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 S5 (440 Nm) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 2012 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Citroen 15 | 2012 Audi S5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | 15 | S5 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 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 | 354 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1326 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2751 mm |
