1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1967 DAF 44
To start off, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 DAF 44 would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante (309 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 1029 kg more than 1967 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, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 354 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1967 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | DAF |
| Model | V8 Volante | 44 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 309 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2260 mm |
