1967 Citroen DS vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 31 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 5,786 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL (367 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1967 Citroen DS. (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1967 Citroen DS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 503 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 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL. 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, 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL (530 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Citroen DS. (177 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Citroen DS | 1998 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | DS | CL |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2175 cc | 5786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 367 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2970 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 88 L |
