2008 Audi A5 vs. 1970 Citroen DS
To start off, 2008 Audi A5 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Citroen DS would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A5 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1970 Citroen DS. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A5 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1970 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A5 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, 2008 Audi A5 (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A5 | 1970 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A5 | DS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3130 mm |
