1995 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1972 DAF 44
To start off, 1995 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 DAF 44 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Bentley Brooklands (301 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1972 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1972 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 1674 kg more than 1972 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 Bentley Brooklands (600 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 535 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1995 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Bentley Brooklands | 1972 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Bentley | DAF |
| Model | Brooklands | 44 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2430 kg | 756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2260 mm |
