2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1974 Citroen GS
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Citroen GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Citroen GS would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 1974 Citroen GS. (58 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1974 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 540 kg more than 1974 Citroen GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Citroen GS, 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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Citroen GS. (88 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Corvette | 1974 Citroen GS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Corvette | GS |
Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5968 cc | 1222 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 58 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 543 Nm | 88 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 77 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 65.6 mm |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2560 mm |