1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1959 Citroen DS
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 37 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 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (255 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 237 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 1996 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 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (380 Nm) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Camaro | 1959 Citroen DS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Camaro | DS |
Year Released | 1996 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5731 cc | 1911 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 137 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 78.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1557 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |