1973 Citroen DS vs. 2012 Audi S4
To start off, 2012 Audi S4 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Citroen DS would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi S4 (333 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1973 Citroen DS. (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen DS.
Because 2012 Audi S4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Audi S4 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen DS. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Citroen DS | 2012 Audi S4 | |
| Make | Citroen | Audi |
| Model | DS | S4 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1985 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4704 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1829 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2809 mm |
