2008 Audi R8 vs. 1960 Citroen DS
To start off, 2008 Audi R8 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Citroen DS would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 338 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (82 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Citroen DS weights approximately 109 kg more than 2008 Audi R8.
Because 2008 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi R8 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 R8 (430 Nm) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2008 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi R8 | 1960 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | R8 | DS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1960 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |
