1972 DAF 44 vs. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220
To start off, 1972 DAF 44 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 would be higher. At 2,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 (104 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1972 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 should accelerate faster than 1972 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 weights approximately 629 kg more than 1972 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, 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 (178 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 DAF 44 | 1957 Mercedes-Benz 220 | |
| Make | DAF | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 44 | 220 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 756 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2710 mm |
