1959 DAF 600 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 50 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 1,796 cc, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1959 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1959 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 2200 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (241 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DAF 600. (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | DAF | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 600 | C |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 1796 cc |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 62 L |
