1941 Citroen 15 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 66 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1941 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1941 Citroen 15.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 Citroen 15. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1941 Citroen 15 has manual transmission. 1941 Citroen 15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1941 Citroen 15 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 15 | CL |
| Year Released | 1941 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2867 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2960 mm |
