1995 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1967 DAF 44
To start off, 1995 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 28 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 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 1219 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, 1995 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Aston Martin Virage | 1967 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | DAF |
| Model | Virage | 44 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2004 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
