1998 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1959 Citroen DS
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 39 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 300 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 1998 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 1998 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, 1998 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 1998 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Corvette | 1959 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Corvette | DS |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 437 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 63 L |
