1967 Citroen DS vs. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S
To start off, 1967 Citroen DS is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S (148 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S weights approximately 288 kg more than 1967 Citroen DS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S 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 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 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, 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S (230 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Citroen DS | 1951 Mercedes-Benz 300S | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | DS | 300S |
Year Released | 1967 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 7.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 85 L |