1979 Citroen CX vs. 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110
To start off, 1979 Citroen CX is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Citroen CX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Citroen CX (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Citroen CX should accelerate faster than 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110 weights approximately 45 kg more than 1979 Citroen CX.
Because 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110 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 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1979 Citroen CX (167 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110. (143 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Citroen CX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Citroen CX | 1963 Mercedes-Benz W 110 | |
Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | CX | W 110 |
Year Released | 1979 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1897 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 107 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1280 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2710 mm |