1956 Daimler DK vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 37 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 4,617 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Daimler DK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C (276 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1956 Daimler DK. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1956 Daimler DK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Daimler DK weights approximately 472 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daimler DK. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daimler DK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daimler DK | 1993 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Daimler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | DK | C |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4617 cc | 3606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2032 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 62 L |
