1998 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1969 DAF 44
To start off, 1998 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 DAF 44 would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Bentley Brooklands (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 1595 kg more than 1969 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, 1998 Bentley Brooklands (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bentley Brooklands | 1969 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Bentley | DAF |
| Model | Brooklands | 44 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 842 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 755 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 |
