1969 DAF 44 vs. 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica
To start off, 1969 DAF 44 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 3,967 cc (12 cylinders), 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica weights approximately 835 kg more than 1969 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, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 DAF 44 | 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | |
| Make | DAF | Ferrari |
| Model | 44 | 400 Superamerica |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 3967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2420 mm |
