1957 Citroen DS vs. 1995 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 38 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E (149 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1957 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen DS.
Because 1995 Mercedes-Benz E 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 1995 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 1995 Mercedes-Benz E (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Citroen DS | 1995 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | DS | E |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2940 mm |
