1966 DAF 44 vs. 2012 Land Rover LR4
To start off, 2012 Land Rover LR4 is newer by 46 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover LR4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover LR4 (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1966 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover LR4 should accelerate faster than 1966 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover LR4 weights approximately 1808 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.
Because 2012 Land Rover LR4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 DAF 44. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover LR4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Land Rover LR4 (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 DAF 44. (71 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover LR4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 DAF 44 | 2012 Land Rover LR4 | |
| Make | DAF | Land Rover |
| Model | 44 | LR4 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 508 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 114 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 2548 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4829 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1882 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2885 mm |
