2005 Audi A8 vs. 1945 Citroen 15
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 4,178 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1945 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1945 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1945 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A8 (430 Nm) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Citroen 15. (187 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 1945 Citroen 15 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A8 | 15 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1945 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4178 cc | 2866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 100 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3100 mm |
