2009 Audi A6 vs. 1959 Citroen DS
To start off, 2009 Audi A6 is newer by 50 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 3,123 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A6 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A6 weights approximately 220 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, 2009 Audi A6 (331 Nm) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2009 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A6 | 1959 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | A6 | DS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 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 | 331 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
