2008 Audi A6 vs. 1959 Citroen DS
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,393 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 352 kg more than 1959 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 A6 (230 Nm) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 1959 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A6 | DS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2393 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1128 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
