1968 DAF 44 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 41 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen Passat (248 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 905 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, 2009 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 DAF 44 | 2009 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | DAF | Volkswagen |
| Model | 44 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 248 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2720 mm |
