2007 Audi A8 vs. 1986 Citroen C 15
To start off, 2007 Audi A8 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Citroen C 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Citroen C 15 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Audi A8 (450 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 406 more horse power than 1986 Citroen C 15. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A8 weights approximately 1303 kg more than 1986 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Citroen C 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Audi A8 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, 2007 Audi A8 (580 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 510 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen C 15. (70 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A8 | 1986 Citroen C 15 | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A8 | C 15 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 580 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2148 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 66 L |
