1956 Daimler DK vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 57 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 6,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (445 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1956 Daimler DK. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 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 302 kg more than 2013 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C (601 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Daimler DK. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Daimler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | DK | C |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4617 cc | 6300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 445 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 601 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
| 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 | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1997 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1406 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2760 mm |
