1967 Citroen DS vs. 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250
To start off, 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Citroen DS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Citroen DS would be higher. At 2,778 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 (129 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS.
Because 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 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 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250. 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, 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 (217 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Citroen DS | 1970 Mercedes-Benz 250 | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | DS | 250 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2175 cc | 2778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 78.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 65 L |