1991 Citroen C 15 vs. 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1991 Citroen C 15 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 2,306 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1991 Citroen C 15. (74 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1991 Citroen C 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 425 kg more than 1991 Citroen C 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Citroen C 15, 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, 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Citroen C 15. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Citroen C 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Citroen C 15 | 1967 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | C 15 | SL |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2306 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2410 mm |
