1965 Citroen DS vs. 2011 Audi S4
To start off, 2011 Audi S4 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Citroen DS would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1965 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi S4 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1965 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi S4 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 S4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen DS. (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Citroen DS | 2011 Audi S4 | |
Make | Citroen | Audi |
Model | DS | S4 |
Year Released | 1965 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 333 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1829 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2809 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 64 L |