1967 DAF 44 vs. 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT is newer by 29 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 2,970 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT (222 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT weights approximately 690 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, 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT (280 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 1996 Mitsubishi 3000GT | |
| Make | DAF | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 44 | 3000GT |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 222 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2480 mm |
