1968 DAF 44 vs. 1960 Holden FB Special
To start off, 1968 DAF 44 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Holden FB Special. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Holden FB Special would be higher. At 2,261 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Holden FB Special is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Holden FB Special (64 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1960 Holden FB Special should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Holden FB Special weights approximately 345 kg more than 1968 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, 1960 Holden FB Special (163 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1960 Holden FB Special will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 DAF 44 | 1960 Holden FB Special | |
| Make | DAF | Holden |
| Model | 44 | FB Special |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2670 mm |
