1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Citroen C6
To start off, 2007 Citroen C6 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,352 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C6. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Citroen C6 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1965 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 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Citroen C6, 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, 1965 Chevrolet Corvette (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C6. (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1965 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Citroen C6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Corvette | C6 |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5352 cc | 2179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 72 L |
