1972 DAF 44 vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 35 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 3,824 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (356 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1972 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1972 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche 911 weights approximately 699 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, 2007 Porsche 911 (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 DAF 44 | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | DAF | Porsche |
| Model | 44 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 356 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 756 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2360 mm |
