1996 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1967 DAF 44
To start off, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 29 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 3,239 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 (331 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 970 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, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 (490 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 425 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Aston Martin DB7 | 1967 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | DAF |
| Model | DB7 | 44 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3239 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 33 L |
