2009 Audi S8 vs. 1973 Citroen Dyane
To start off, 2009 Audi S8 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Citroen Dyane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Citroen Dyane would be higher. At 5,204 cc (10 cylinders), 2009 Audi S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi S8 (450 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 426 more horse power than 1973 Citroen Dyane. (24 HP @ 6750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi S8 should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen Dyane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi S8 weights approximately 585 kg more than 1973 Citroen Dyane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi S8 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Citroen Dyane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Audi S8 (540 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 511 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen Dyane. (29 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Audi S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen Dyane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi S8 | 1973 Citroen Dyane | |
| Make | Audi | Citroen |
| Model | S8 | Dyane |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 425 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 29 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 43 L |
