1971 Citroen GS vs. 1971 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, both 1971 Citroen GS and 1971 Mercedes-Benz E were released in the same year (1971). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mercedes-Benz E (94 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1971 Citroen GS. (55 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1971 Citroen GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 440 kg more than 1971 Citroen GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Mercedes-Benz E 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 1971 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Citroen GS, 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, 1971 Mercedes-Benz E (159 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Citroen GS. (72 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Citroen GS.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Citroen GS | 1971 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | GS | E |
Year Released | 1971 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1015 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 72 Nm | 159 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 59 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2760 mm |