1960 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1956 Citroen DS
To start off, 1960 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 4 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 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1960 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1956 Citroen DS. (75 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1956 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 163 kg more than 1956 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1956 Citroen DS, 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, 1960 Chevrolet Corvette (408 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Chevrolet Corvette | 1956 Citroen DS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Corvette | DS |
Year Released | 1960 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4637 cc | 1911 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 100 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1237 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3130 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 63 L |