1998 Audi A6 vs. 1967 Citroen DS
To start off, 1998 Audi A6 is newer by 31 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 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 119 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1967 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 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Audi A6 | 1967 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A6 | DS |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2225 cc | 2175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1950 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 65 L |
