1975 Citroen CX vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300
To start off, 1975 Citroen CX is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 (172 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1975 Citroen CX. (115 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 should accelerate faster than 1975 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1975 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Citroen CX, 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, 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 (255 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Citroen CX. (178 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Citroen CX | 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CX | 300 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 88 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 1780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2910 mm |
