2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1969 DAF 44
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 31 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (339 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 305 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 814 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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (483 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Corvette | 1969 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | DAF |
| Model | Corvette | 44 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 842 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 339 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 483 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1569 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2260 mm |
