1967 DAF 44 vs. 1979 Porsche 930
To start off, 1979 Porsche 930 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 DAF 44 would be higher. At 3,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Porsche 930 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Porsche 930 (297 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Porsche 930 should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Porsche 930 weights approximately 515 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, 1979 Porsche 930 (440 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 360 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Porsche 930 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 1979 Porsche 930 | |
| Make | DAF | Porsche |
| Model | 44 | 930 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2510 mm |
