2005 Audi S4 vs. 1972 Citroen DS
To start off, 2005 Audi S4 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Citroen DS would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Audi S4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Audi S4 (340 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1972 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Audi S4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Audi S4 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1972 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 S4 (410 Nm) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen DS. (151 Nm). This means 2005 Audi S4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Audi S4 | 1972 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | S4 | DS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3130 mm |
