1959 DAF 600 vs. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 45 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 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 585 more horse power than 1959 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1959 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 1480 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, 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL (998 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 953 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DAF 600. (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DAF 600 | 2004 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | DAF | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 600 | SL |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 998 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 2110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 80 L |
