1956 Citroen DS vs. 2012 Audi A8
To start off, 2012 Audi A8 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen DS 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 298 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A8 weights approximately 880 kg more than 1956 Citroen DS. 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 1956 Citroen DS. 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 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2012 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS. 2012 Audi A8 has automatic transmission and 1956 Citroen DS has manual transmission. 1956 Citroen DS 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:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 2012 Audi A8 | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | DS | A8 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1909 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 372 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 444 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5268 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1948 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3122 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
