1968 DAF 44 vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 is newer by 44 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Porsche 911 weights approximately 625 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, 2012 Porsche 911 (389 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 DAF 44 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | DAF | Porsche |
| Model | 44 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1380 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1303 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2451 mm |
