1967 DAF 44 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 43 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 387 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 707 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, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (574 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 494 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 DAF 44 | 2010 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | DAF | Chevrolet |
| Model | 44 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 574 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1492 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1237 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2685 mm |
