2009 Audi R8 vs. 1956 Citroen DS
To start off, 2009 Audi R8 is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Citroen DS would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Audi R8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi R8 (420 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 345 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi R8 should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Citroen DS weights approximately 342 kg more than 2009 Audi R8.
Because 2009 Audi R8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi R8 (430 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi R8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi R8 | 1956 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | R8 | DS |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
| 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 | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1237 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 63 L |
