2008 Audi S8 vs. 1970 Citroen DS
To start off, 2008 Audi S8 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 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 348 more horse power than 1970 Citroen DS. (102 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1970 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Citroen DS weights approximately 50 kg more than 2008 Audi S8.
Because 2008 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi S8 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 S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi S8 | 1970 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | S8 | DS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3130 mm |
