1967 DAF 44 vs. 1992 Porsche 928
To start off, 1992 Porsche 928 is newer by 25 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 5,396 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Porsche 928 (346 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 303 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Porsche 928 weights approximately 835 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, 1992 Porsche 928 (500 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 1992 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | DAF | Porsche |
| Model | 44 | 928 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 5396 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2510 mm |
