1957 Citroen DS vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 50 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 5,461 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 308 more horse power than 1957 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen DS.
2007 Mercedes-Benz CL has automatic transmission and 1957 Citroen DS has manual transmission. 1957 Citroen DS 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:
| 1957 Citroen DS | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | DS | CL |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 90.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
