2001 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1959 Citroen DS
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 42 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (385 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1959 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette 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 2001 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2001 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 2001 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, 2001 Chevrolet Corvette (522 Nm) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen DS. (137 Nm). This means 2001 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Corvette | 1959 Citroen DS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
Model | Corvette | DS |
Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1911 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 385 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 137 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 78.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 7.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |