1962 Citroen 2CV vs. 2011 Audi S5
To start off, 2011 Audi S5 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Audi S5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S5 (354 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 344 more horse power than 1962 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S5 should accelerate faster than 1962 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S5 weights approximately 1255 kg more than 1962 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi S5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Citroen 2CV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Audi S5 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Citroen 2CV | 2011 Audi S5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | 2CV | S5 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 354 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4625 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 63 L |
