1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Citroen 2CV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Citroen 2CV would be higher. At 2,685 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML (161 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (10 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML weights approximately 1680 kg more than 1959 Citroen 2CV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML (400 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (22 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML has automatic transmission and 1959 Citroen 2CV has manual transmission. 1959 Citroen 2CV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen 2CV | 2007 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 2CV | ML |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 375 cc | 2685 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 10 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 2175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 83 L |
