1967 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1960 Citroen DS
To start off, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Citroen DS would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1960 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1960 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 250 kg more than 1960 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 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, 1967 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1967 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Chevrolet Corvette | 1960 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Corvette | DS |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 63 L |
