1988 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1972 Citroen DS
To start off, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Citroen DS would be higher. At 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1972 Citroen DS. (98 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1972 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 305 kg more than 1972 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 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 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1988 Chevrolet Camaro (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Citroen DS. (151 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Camaro | 1972 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Camaro | DS |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5012 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3130 mm |
