1972 DAF 44 vs. 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa
To start off, 1972 DAF 44 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1972 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1972 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 DAF 44 weights approximately 76 kg more than 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 DAF 44 | 1956 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | |
| Make | DAF | Ferrari |
| Model | 44 | 500 Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 205 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 756 kg | 680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2260 mm |
