1972 DAF 44 vs. 2008 Honda S2000
To start off, 2008 Honda S2000 is newer by 36 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 2,155 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1972 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1972 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda S2000 weights approximately 424 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, 2008 Honda S2000 (220 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 DAF 44 | 2008 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | DAF | Honda |
| Model | 44 | S2000 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 2155 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 756 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2410 mm |
