1971 Citroen DS vs. 2011 Audi Q5
To start off, 2011 Audi Q5 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Citroen DS would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi Q5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi Q5 (270 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1971 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi Q5 weights approximately 738 kg more than 1971 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Audi Q5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Audi Q5 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 Q5 (329 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi Q5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Citroen DS | 2011 Audi Q5 | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | DS | Q5 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4628 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2807 mm |
