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 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (435 HP) has 361 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP). 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. 1959 Citroen DS weights approximately 133 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Camaro.
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 (576 Nm) has 439 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 | 6276 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 1 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3140 mm |
