1966 DAF 44 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 5,982 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL (605 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 571 more horse power than 1966 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1966 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 860 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 SL (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 930 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 DAF 44. (71 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 SL | |
| Make | DAF | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 44 | SL |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 5982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 605 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 1001 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2570 mm |
