1967 DAF 44 vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is newer by 40 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (494 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 451 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1290 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL (800 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 720 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 2007 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | DAF | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 44 | CL |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 494 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 87 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2890 mm |
