1973 Citroen DS vs. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1973 Citroen DS is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Citroen DS (103 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. (94 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Citroen DS should accelerate faster than 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 110 kg more than 1973 Citroen DS.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (169 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Citroen DS. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Citroen DS.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Citroen DS | 1959 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | DS | W 111 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 83.6 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2760 mm |