1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1973 Citroen GS
To start off, 1973 Citroen GS is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1973 Citroen GS. (107 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1973 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 310 kg more than 1973 Citroen GS. 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, 1973 Citroen GS, 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 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen GS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 1973 Citroen GS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Corvette | GS |
Year Released | 1968 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1990 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 107 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 56 L |