1968 DAF 44 vs. 1969 Lamborghini Miura
To start off, 1969 Lamborghini Miura is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 DAF 44 would be higher. At 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1969 Lamborghini Miura is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Lamborghini Miura (385 HP @ 7850 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Lamborghini Miura should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Lamborghini Miura weights approximately 545 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, 1969 Lamborghini Miura (399 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1969 Lamborghini Miura will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 DAF 44 | 1969 Lamborghini Miura | |
| Make | DAF | Lamborghini |
| Model | 44 | Miura |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 3929 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7850 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2510 mm |
