1968 DAF 44 vs. 2013 Bentley Continental
To start off, 2013 Bentley Continental is newer by 45 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 5,998 cc, 2013 Bentley Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Bentley Continental (616 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 582 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Bentley Continental should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Bentley Continental weights approximately 1595 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, 2013 Bentley Continental (800 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 735 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Bentley Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 DAF 44 | 2013 Bentley Continental | |
| Make | DAF | Bentley |
| Model | 44 | Continental |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 616 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 800 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4804 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2227 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2746 mm |
