1967 Citroen DS vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Citroen DS would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (328 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 308 kg more than 1967 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 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 A5 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Citroen DS | 2012 Audi A5 | |
Make | Citroen | Audi |
Model | DS | A5 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
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 | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 177 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 | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 67 L |