1988 Audi Coupe vs. 1968 DAF 44
To start off, 1988 Audi Coupe is newer by 20 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 2,309 cc (5 cylinders), 1988 Audi Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Audi Coupe (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Audi Coupe should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Audi Coupe weights approximately 565 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, 1988 Audi Coupe (224 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1988 Audi Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Audi Coupe | 1968 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Audi | DAF |
| Model | Coupe | 44 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2309 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2260 mm |
