1967 Citroen DS vs. 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1967 Citroen DS is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 (238 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Citroen DS weights approximately 114 kg more than 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300.
Because 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 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 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300. 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, 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 (272 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Citroen DS | 1958 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | DS | 300 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1958 |
| 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 | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1338 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 100 L |
