1970 DAF 44 vs. 1964 Jaguar 3.8
To start off, 1970 DAF 44 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Jaguar 3.8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Jaguar 3.8 would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Jaguar 3.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Jaguar 3.8 (221 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1970 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Jaguar 3.8 should accelerate faster than 1970 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Jaguar 3.8 weights approximately 820 kg more than 1970 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, 1964 Jaguar 3.8 (325 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 DAF 44. (66 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1964 Jaguar 3.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 DAF 44 | 1964 Jaguar 3.8 | |
| Make | DAF | Jaguar |
| Model | 44 | 3.8 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2740 mm |
