1968 DAF 44 vs. 1988 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 1988 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 20 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Thunderbird (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 855 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, 1988 Ford Thunderbird (291 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 DAF 44 | 1988 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | DAF | Ford |
| Model | 44 | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2880 mm |
