1967 DAF 44 vs. 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S
To start off, 1967 DAF 44 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S would be higher. At 1,766 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S (51 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S weights approximately 525 kg more than 1967 DAF 44. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S (112 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 1949 Mercedes-Benz 170S | |
| Make | DAF | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 44 | 170S |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1766 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2760 mm |
