1957 Citroen 15 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz B
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz B is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Citroen 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz B (94 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1957 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz B should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Citroen 15 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1957 Citroen 15 (187 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B. (140 Nm). This means 1957 Citroen 15 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mercedes-Benz B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Citroen 15 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz B | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 15 | B |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 69.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2780 mm |
