1997 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1971 DAF 44
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 DAF 44 would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1971 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1971 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 865 kg more than 1971 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, 1997 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Corvette | 1971 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | DAF |
| Model | Corvette | 44 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5737 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 277 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 437 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2260 mm |
