2009 Audi A4 vs. 1960 Citroen DS
To start off, 2009 Audi A4 is newer by 49 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Citroen DS weights approximately 425 kg more than 2009 Audi A4.
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, 2009 Audi A4 (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 1960 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A4 | DS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 43 L |
