1967 Citroen DS vs. 1981 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1981 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Citroen DS would be higher. At 4,375 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Chevrolet Camaro (123 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 7 kg more than 1981 Chevrolet Camaro.
Because 1981 Chevrolet Camaro 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 1981 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 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, 1981 Chevrolet Camaro (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Citroen DS | 1981 Chevrolet Camaro | |
Make | Citroen | Chevrolet |
Model | DS | Camaro |
Year Released | 1967 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 4375 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 291 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2760 mm |