1967 DAF 44 vs. 1997 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 1997 Nissan Maxima is newer by 30 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 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Maxima (138 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 560 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, 1997 Nissan Maxima (177 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 1997 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | DAF | Nissan |
| Model | 44 | Maxima |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2710 mm |
