1987 Audi 200 vs. 1960 Citroen DS
To start off, 1987 Audi 200 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,110 cc (5 cylinders), 1987 Audi 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Audi 200 (503 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 429 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Audi 200 should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Citroen DS weights approximately 10 kg more than 1987 Audi 200.
Because 1987 Audi 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Audi 200 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, 1987 Audi 200 (501 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1987 Audi 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Audi 200 | 1960 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | 200 | DS |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2110 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 503 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3130 mm |
