1969 DAF 44 vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280
To start off, 1969 DAF 44 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 would be higher. At 2,744 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 weights approximately 855 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, 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 DAF 44 | 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 | |
| Make | DAF | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 44 | 280 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 2744 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2870 mm |
