1998 Audi A6 vs. 1960 Citroen DS
To start off, 1998 Audi A6 is newer by 38 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 2,225 cc (5 cylinders), 1998 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Audi A6 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Audi A6 (350 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A6 | 1960 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A6 | DS |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2225 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 63 L |
