1972 AMC Javelin vs. 1967 DAF 44
To start off, 1972 AMC Javelin is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 DAF 44 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Javelin is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Javelin (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Javelin should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Javelin weights approximately 682 kg more than 1967 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, 1972 AMC Javelin (387 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Javelin will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Javelin | 1967 DAF 44 | |
| Make | AMC | DAF |
| Model | Javelin | 44 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.6 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.3 mm | 72 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1467 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2260 mm |
