1966 DAF 44 vs. 1991 Porsche 911
To start off, 1991 Porsche 911 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 DAF 44 would be higher. At 3,163 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1966 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1966 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Porsche 911 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1966 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, 1991 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 DAF 44. (71 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 DAF 44 | 1991 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | DAF | Porsche |
| Model | 44 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 3163 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1260 mm |
