1959 Citroen DS vs. 2010 Audi A6
To start off, 2010 Audi A6 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen DS would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Audi A6 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS.
Because 2010 Audi A6 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi A6 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 A6 (440 Nm) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2010 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen DS | 2010 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | DS | A6 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 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 | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4934 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1862 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2833 mm |
