1972 DAF 44 vs. 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
To start off, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 DAF 44 would be higher. At 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (322 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1972 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 1972 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 1644 kg more than 1972 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, 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 DAF 44 | 2005 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | |
| Make | DAF | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 44 | Silver Seraph |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 5379 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 756 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3120 mm |
