1959 Citroen 2CV vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 54 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G (377 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (12 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1959 Citroen 2CV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz G weights approximately 2035 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.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz G is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Citroen 2CV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz G (530 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 505 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Citroen 2CV. (25 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Citroen 2CV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Citroen 2CV | 2013 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 2CV | G |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 423 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | electric |
| Horse Power | 12 HP | 377 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 25 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 62 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 495 kg | 2530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4662 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2850 mm |
