1967 DAF 44 vs. 2007 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2007 Ford Falcon is newer by 40 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 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Falcon (220 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Falcon weights approximately 745 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, 2007 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 2007 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | DAF | Ford |
| Model | 44 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 3984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2630 mm |
