1972 DAF 44 vs. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 DAF 44 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (127 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1972 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1972 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 689 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, 2000 Mercedes-Benz C (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 DAF 44 | 2000 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | DAF | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 44 | C |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 756 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2860 mm |
