1967 DAF 44 vs. 2012 Bentley Mulsanne
To start off, 2012 Bentley Mulsanne 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 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Bentley Mulsanne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Bentley Mulsanne (505 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 462 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 1800 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 Bentley Mulsanne (1,018 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 938 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
1967 DAF 44 | 2012 Bentley Mulsanne | |
Make | DAF | Bentley |
Model | 44 | Mulsanne |
Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 6800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 505 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 1018 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 2585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5575 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1521 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3266 mm |