1967 DAF 44 vs. 1946 Daimler DE 36
To start off, 1967 DAF 44 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Daimler DE 36. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Daimler DE 36 would be higher. At 5,459 cc (8 cylinders), 1946 Daimler DE 36 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1946 Daimler DE 36 (150 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1946 Daimler DE 36 should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Daimler DE 36 weights approximately 1908 kg more than 1967 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, 1946 Daimler DE 36 (342 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1946 Daimler DE 36 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 1946 Daimler DE 36 | |
| Make | DAF | Daimler |
| Model | 44 | DE 36 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 5459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 120 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 2693 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3740 mm |
