1967 DAF 44 vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 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 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 765 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | DAF | Porsche |
| Model | 44 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2360 mm |
