1956 Daimler DK vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 53 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (221 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1956 Daimler DK. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 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 382 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daimler DK. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Daimler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | DK | C |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4617 cc | 2985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 17.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2032 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 66 L |
