1956 Citroen DS vs. 2012 Audi Q7
To start off, 2012 Audi Q7 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 5,394 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi Q7 (493 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 418 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS.
Because 2012 Audi Q7 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 Q7 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 Q7 (1,000 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 863 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS. 2012 Audi Q7 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 Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Citroen DS | 2012 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | DS | Q7 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 5394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 1000 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Top Speed | 142 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3002 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 100 L |
