1968 DAF 44 vs. 1963 Ferrari 250 LM
To start off, 1968 DAF 44 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ferrari 250 LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ferrari 250 LM would be higher. At 3,286 cc (12 cylinders), 1963 Ferrari 250 LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ferrari 250 LM (317 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ferrari 250 LM should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ferrari 250 LM weights approximately 95 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, 1963 Ferrari 250 LM (314 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1963 Ferrari 250 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 DAF 44 | 1963 Ferrari 250 LM | |
| Make | DAF | Ferrari |
| Model | 44 | 250 LM |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 3286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |
