1964 Citroen DS vs. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, both 1964 Citroen DS and 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 were released in the same year (1964). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,332 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1964 Citroen DS. (82 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1964 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1555 kg more than 1964 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 Citroen DS, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Citroen DS. (144 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Citroen DS. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 has automatic transmission and 1964 Citroen DS has manual transmission. 1964 Citroen DS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Citroen DS | 1964 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | DS | 600 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1911 cc | 6332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.4 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 2710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 6250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 3910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 112 L |
