1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1969 DAF 44
To start off, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 DAF 44 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 515 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1235 kg more than 1969 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, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 680 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1969 DAF 44 | |
Make | Aston Martin | DAF |
Model | V8 Vantage | 44 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1969 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 842 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2260 mm |