1967 DAF 44 vs. 2005 Land Rover Defender
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Defender is newer by 38 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 2,498 cc, 2005 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 1273 kg more than 1967 DAF 44.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Land Rover Defender (300 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 2005 Land Rover Defender | |
| Make | DAF | Land Rover |
| Model | 44 | Defender |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2498 cc |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 2058 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2890 mm |
