1959 DAF 600 vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 34 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 5,956 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (375 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1959 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1959 DAF 600.
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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz E (470 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DAF 600. (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DAF 600 | 1993 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | DAF | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 600 | E |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 5956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 94.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 90 L |
