1968 DAF 44 vs. 2013 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Passat 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Passat (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 808 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 Volkswagen Passat (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | DAF | Volkswagen |
| Model | 44 | Passat |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1563 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4868 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1487 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2803 mm |
