1967 DAF 44 vs. 1998 Jaguar XJ8
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 31 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 3,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XJ8 (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 1005 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, 1998 Jaguar XJ8 (525 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 1998 Jaguar XJ8 | |
| Make | DAF | Jaguar |
| Model | 44 | XJ8 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 3981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2920 mm |
