1956 Daimler DK vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 5,512 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (510 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 1956 Daimler DK. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1956 Daimler DK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 153 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL (830 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daimler DK. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | Daimler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | DK | CL |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4617 cc | 5512 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 830 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2032 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
