1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 49 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 6,208 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (518 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 506 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (631 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 606 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL 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. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen 2CV | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 2CV | CL |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 423 cc | 6208 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 25 Nm | 631 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 19 L | 90 L |
