1998 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1968 DAF 44
To start off, 1998 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 DAF 44 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Camaro (190 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 835 kg more than 1968 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 Chevrolet Camaro (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Chevrolet Camaro | 1968 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | DAF |
| Model | Camaro | 44 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2260 mm |
