1993 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1959 Citroen DS
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 34 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 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (405 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 269 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 1993 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 1993 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, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (522 Nm) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Corvette | 1959 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Corvette | DS |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 405 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1589 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 63 L |
