1969 DAF 44 vs. 1961 Maserati 3500
To start off, 1969 DAF 44 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Maserati 3500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Maserati 3500 would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Maserati 3500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Maserati 3500 (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Maserati 3500 should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Maserati 3500 weights approximately 575 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, 1961 Maserati 3500 (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1961 Maserati 3500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 DAF 44 | 1961 Maserati 3500 | |
| Make | DAF | Maserati |
| Model | 44 | 3500 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2610 mm |
