1967 DAF 44 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Bora 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Bora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Bora (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Bora should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Bora weights approximately 588 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 Volkswagen Bora (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Bora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 2008 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | DAF | Volkswagen |
| Model | 44 | Bora |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1373 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2520 mm |
