1970 DAF 44 vs. 1995 McLaren F1 LM
To start off, 1995 McLaren F1 LM is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 DAF 44 would be higher. At 6,063 cc (12 cylinders), 1995 McLaren F1 LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 McLaren F1 LM (660 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 626 more horse power than 1970 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 McLaren F1 LM should accelerate faster than 1970 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 McLaren F1 LM weights approximately 307 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, 1995 McLaren F1 LM (705 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 639 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 DAF 44. (66 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 McLaren F1 LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 DAF 44 | 1995 McLaren F1 LM | |
| Make | DAF | McLaren |
| Model | 44 | F1 LM |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 6063 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 660 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 705 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1062 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2720 mm |
