1958 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1973 Citroen GS
To start off, 1973 Citroen GS is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1973 Citroen GS. (107 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 264 kg more than 1973 Citroen GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Citroen GS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1958 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen GS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Chevrolet Corvette | 1973 Citroen GS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Corvette | GS |
Year Released | 1958 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4637 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2570 mm |