1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1959 Citroen DS
To start off, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen DS would be higher. At 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (429 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 140 kg more than 1959 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 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 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 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, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (635 Nm) has 498 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 1959 Citroen DS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Corvette | DS |
Year Released | 1968 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6998 cc | 1911 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 429 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 635 Nm | 137 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |