1972 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1965 Citroen DS
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Citroen DS would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette (255 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1965 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1965 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 49 kg more than 1965 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 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 1972 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 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, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Citroen DS. (178 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet Corvette | 1965 Citroen DS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Corvette | DS |
Year Released | 1972 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2175 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 85.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 43 L |