1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1972 DAF 44
To start off, 1972 DAF 44 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (204 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1972 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1972 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 594 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, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (324 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 1972 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | DAF |
| Model | DB4 | 44 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2260 mm |
