1971 DAF 44 vs. 2004 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2004 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 33 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 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR Speed 12 (791 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 757 more horse power than 1971 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1971 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 TVR Speed 12 weights approximately 245 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, 2004 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 816 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 DAF 44 | 2004 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | DAF | TVR |
| Model | 44 | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 791 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2570 mm |
