1959 DAF 600 vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 41 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 2,683 cc (5 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1959 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1959 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 955 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (370 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DAF 600. (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
1959 DAF 600 | 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | DAF | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | 600 | C |
Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 590 cc | 2683 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 19 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 88.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 62 L |