1967 DAF 44 vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1968 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 DAF 44 would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz E (104 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 571 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, 1968 Mercedes-Benz E (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 1968 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | DAF | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 44 | E |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 179 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2760 mm |
