2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1957 Citroen DS
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Citroen DS would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (350 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1957 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 180 kg more than 1957 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 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 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1957 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 Corvette (485 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 1957 Citroen DS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Corvette | DS |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 1911 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 485 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 3140 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 63 L |
