1971 DAF 44 vs. 1988 Porsche 911
To start off, 1988 Porsche 911 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 DAF 44 would be higher. At 3,162 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1971 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1971 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Porsche 911 weights approximately 455 kg more than 1971 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, 1988 Porsche 911 (286 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1988 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 DAF 44 | 1988 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | DAF | Porsche |
| Model | 44 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 3162 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2270 mm |
