1956 Daimler DK vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 50 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 5,982 cc, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (604 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 436 more horse power than 1956 Daimler DK. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1956 Daimler DK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Daimler DK weights approximately 337 kg more than 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 648 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daimler DK. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daimler DK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daimler DK | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Daimler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | DK | CL |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4617 cc | 5982 cc |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 1001 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2032 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 88 L |
