1966 Citroen DS vs. 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, both 1966 Citroen DS and 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 were released in the same year (1966). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1966 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1966 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 1322 kg more than 1966 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 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 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 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, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Citroen DS | 1966 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | DS | 600 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 6330 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 103 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2772 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 6250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 25 L | 52 L |