1967 DAF 44 vs. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 23 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 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 (265 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 830 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, 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 (404 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 1990 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | DAF | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 44 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 404 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 85 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2810 mm |
