1969 DAF 44 vs. 1995 Venturi 400
To start off, 1995 Venturi 400 is newer by 26 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Venturi 400 weights approximately 395 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, 1995 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 DAF 44 | 1995 Venturi 400 | |
| Make | DAF | Venturi |
| Model | 44 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 520 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2500 mm |
