2002 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1967 Citroen DS
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Citroen DS would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 138 kg more than 1967 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 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 2002 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 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, 2002 Chevrolet Camaro (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Camaro | 1967 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Camaro | DS |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2175 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3140 mm |
