1966 DAF 44 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 DAF 44 would be higher. At 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 459 more horse power than 1966 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1966 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1145 kg more than 1966 DAF 44. 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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL (801 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 730 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 DAF 44. (71 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 DAF 44 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | DAF | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 44 | CL |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 801 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Top Speed | 114 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2890 mm |
