1967 DAF 44 vs. 2001 Panoz Esperante
To start off, 2001 Panoz Esperante is newer by 34 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Panoz Esperante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Panoz Esperante (317 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Panoz Esperante should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Panoz Esperante weights approximately 485 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, 2001 Panoz Esperante (426 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 346 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Panoz Esperante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 2001 Panoz Esperante | |
| Make | DAF | Panoz |
| Model | 44 | Esperante |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2700 mm |
