1968 DAF 44 vs. 2011 Audi A7
To start off, 2011 Audi A7 is newer by 43 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Audi A7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Audi A7 (310 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A7 should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A7 weights approximately 1155 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, 2011 Audi A7 (440 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 DAF 44 | 2011 Audi A7 | |
| Make | DAF | Audi |
| Model | 44 | A7 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4968 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2913 mm |
