1970 DAF 44 vs. 2012 Land Rover LR4
To start off, 2012 Land Rover LR4 is newer by 42 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover LR4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover LR4 (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1970 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover LR4 should accelerate faster than 1970 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Land Rover LR4 weights approximately 1793 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, 2012 Land Rover LR4 (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 DAF 44. (66 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Land Rover LR4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
1970 DAF 44 | 2012 Land Rover LR4 | |
Make | DAF | Land Rover |
Model | 44 | LR4 |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 844 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 508 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 2548 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4829 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1915 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1882 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2885 mm |