1956 Daimler DK vs. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600
To start off, 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Daimler DK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Daimler DK would be higher. At 6,330 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 (247 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1956 Daimler DK. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 should accelerate faster than 1956 Daimler DK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 weights approximately 418 kg more than 1956 Daimler DK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 (500 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daimler DK. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daimler DK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daimler DK | 1965 Mercedes-Benz 600 | |
| Make | Daimler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | DK | 600 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4617 cc | 6330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2032 kg | 2450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 5330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 112 L |
