1969 DAF 44 vs. 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250
To start off, 1969 DAF 44 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 (150 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 weights approximately 605 kg more than 1969 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, 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 (216 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 DAF 44 | 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250 | |
| Make | DAF | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 44 | 250 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |
