1972 DAF 44 vs. 2011 Brilliance BS4
To start off, 2011 Brilliance BS4 is newer by 39 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 1,832 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Brilliance BS4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Brilliance BS4 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1972 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Brilliance BS4 should accelerate faster than 1972 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Brilliance BS4 weights approximately 749 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, 2011 Brilliance BS4 (165 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Brilliance BS4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 DAF 44 | 2011 Brilliance BS4 | |
| Make | DAF | Brilliance |
| Model | 44 | BS4 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 1832 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 756 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2800 mm |
