1967 DAF 44 vs. 1994 Porsche 993
To start off, 1994 Porsche 993 is newer by 27 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 3,599 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Porsche 993 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 993 (282 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 993 should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Porsche 993 weights approximately 665 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, 1994 Porsche 993 (347 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1994 Porsche 993 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 1994 Porsche 993 | |
| Make | DAF | Porsche |
| Model | 44 | 993 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 347 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2280 mm |
