1969 DAF 44 vs. 1968 Mercedes-Benz E
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 E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 2,307 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Mercedes-Benz E (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Mercedes-Benz E 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, 1968 Mercedes-Benz E (186 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1968 Mercedes-Benz E 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 E | |
| Make | DAF | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 44 | E |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1360 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 |
