2005 Audi A8 vs. 1956 Citroen DS
To start off, 2005 Audi A8 is newer by 49 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 4,178 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi A8 (335 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi A8 weights approximately 805 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Audi A8 (430 Nm) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2005 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi A8 | 1956 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A8 | DS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4178 cc | 1909 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 100 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |
