1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1968 DAF 44
To start off, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 DAF 44 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 1059 kg more than 1968 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, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1968 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | DAF |
| Model | V8 Volante | 44 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 755 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 |
