1956 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1967 DAF 44
To start off, 1967 DAF 44 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 2,920 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Aston Martin DB3 weights approximately 129 kg more than 1967 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, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1956 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Aston Martin DB3 | 1967 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | DAF |
| Model | DB3 | 44 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2920 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2260 mm |
