1986 Citroen CX vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111
To start off, 1986 Citroen CX is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 would be higher. At 2,306 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1986 Citroen CX. (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 should accelerate faster than 1986 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1986 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 (179 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Citroen CX. (159 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Citroen CX | 1968 Mercedes-Benz W 111 | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CX | W 111 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2306 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 159 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 55 L |
