1969 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 1967 DAF 44
To start off, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 DAF 44 would be higher. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Aston Martin DB6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 681 kg more than 1967 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, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1969 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Aston Martin DB6 | 1967 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | DAF |
| Model | DB6 | 44 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1466 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2260 mm |
