1969 DAF 44 vs. 1987 Lincoln Mark 7
To start off, 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 DAF 44 would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 (152 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 weights approximately 909 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, 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 DAF 44 | 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 | |
| Make | DAF | Lincoln |
| Model | 44 | Mark 7 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 4940 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2760 mm |
