1960 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1972 Citroen DS
To start off, 1972 Citroen DS is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Chevrolet Corvette 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 129 more horse power than 1972 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 190 kg more than 1972 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, 1972 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 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1960 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Chevrolet Corvette | 1972 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Corvette | DS |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4637 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 3130 mm |
