1967 DAF 44 vs. 2009 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 42 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Expedition weights approximately 181 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, 2009 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 2009 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | DAF | Ford |
| Model | 44 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1970 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3030 mm |
