1967 DAF 44 vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 41 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (405 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche 911 weights approximately 755 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 540 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 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 | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | DAF | Porsche |
| Model | 44 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2360 mm |
