1972 DAF 44 vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra is newer by 41 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 1972 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1972 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 1805 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 479 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 DAF 44 | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | DAF | Toyota |
| Model | 44 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 756 kg | 2561 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3700 mm |
