2000 Audi S8 vs. 1956 Citroen DS
To start off, 2000 Audi S8 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen DS would be higher. At 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Audi S8 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Audi S8 weights approximately 430 kg more than 1956 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi S8 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, 2000 Audi S8 (583 Nm) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2000 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Audi S8 | 1956 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | S8 | DS |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4172 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.6 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 100 mm |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3140 mm |
