2001 Citroen Osee vs. 1964 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2001 Citroen Osee is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Citroen Osee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Citroen Osee (191 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1964 Mercedes-Benz SL. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Citroen Osee should accelerate faster than 1964 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Citroen Osee (272 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Mercedes-Benz SL. (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Citroen Osee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Citroen Osee | 1964 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Osee | SL |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2946 cc | 2306 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 191 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73 mm | 72.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1310 mm |
