1945 Citroen 15 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 68 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (423 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1945 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1945 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 795 kg more than 1945 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1945 Citroen 15. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL (700 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 513 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Citroen 15 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 15 | CL |
| Year Released | 1945 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 423 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5095 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2130 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1419 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2955 mm |
