1967 DAF 44 vs. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 45 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 377 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 925 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, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
1967 DAF 44 | 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | DAF | Aston Martin |
Model | 44 | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 469 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4382 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1867 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2601 mm |