1956 Daimler DK vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 52 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (256 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1956 Daimler DK. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1956 Daimler DK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Daimler DK weights approximately 197 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz E (560 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daimler DK. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Daimler DK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Daimler DK | 2008 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Daimler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | DK | E |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4617 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2032 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
