2002 Citroen Berlingo vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2002 Citroen Berlingo is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 1,987 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Citroen Berlingo (74 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1968 Mercedes-Benz E. (53 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Citroen Berlingo should accelerate faster than 1968 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 360 kg more than 2002 Citroen Berlingo.
Because 1968 Mercedes-Benz E 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 1968 Mercedes-Benz E. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Citroen Berlingo, 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, 1968 Mercedes-Benz E (115 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen Berlingo. (111 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen Berlingo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Citroen Berlingo | 1968 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Citroen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Berlingo | E |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1398 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2760 mm |
