1968 DAF 44 vs. 2009 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen T5 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 2,459 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen T5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volkswagen T5 (172 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 1555 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 T5 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen T5 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 T5 | |
| Make | DAF | Volkswagen |
| Model | 44 | T5 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 2459 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3010 mm |
