1957 Citroen DS vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 53 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1957 Citroen DS. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1957 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 814 kg more than 1957 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Citroen DS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML (349 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Citroen DS. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Citroen DS | 2010 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | DS | ML |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 2134 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2913 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 95 L |
