1971 DAF 44 vs. 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1971 DAF 44 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 would be higher. At 5,401 cc (8 cylinders), 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 (180 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1971 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 should accelerate faster than 1971 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 weights approximately 1651 kg more than 1971 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, 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 (440 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 DAF 44 | 1944 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | DAF | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 44 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1944 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 5401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 2406 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3300 mm |
