1966 DAF 44 vs. 2007 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger is newer by 41 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 3,517 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1966 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1966 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1603 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 DAF 44. (71 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 DAF 44 | 2007 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | DAF | Dodge |
| Model | 44 | Charger |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 3517 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 2343 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3050 mm |
