1959 DAF 600 vs. 1975 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1975 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 DAF 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 DAF 600 would be higher. At 6,834 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mercedes-Benz S (283 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1959 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1959 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1790 kg more than 1959 DAF 600. 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, 1975 Mercedes-Benz S (549 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 504 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DAF 600. (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1975 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DAF 600 | 1975 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | DAF | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 600 | S |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 6834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 283 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 549 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 2420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2870 mm |
