1967 DAF 44 vs. 2007 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2007 Peugeot 407 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 2,230 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Peugeot 407 (156 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Peugeot 407 weights approximately 750 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 Peugeot 407 (218 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 2007 Peugeot 407 | |
| Make | DAF | Peugeot |
| Model | 44 | 407 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5650 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2730 mm |
