1966 DAF 44 vs. 2009 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XK is newer by 43 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 4,194 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1966 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1966 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XK weights approximately 995 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, 2009 Jaguar XK (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 DAF 44. (71 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 DAF 44 | 2009 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | DAF | Jaguar |
| Model | 44 | XK |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 114 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2760 mm |
