2003 Acura CL vs. 1968 DAF 44
To start off, 2003 Acura CL is newer by 35 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 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Acura CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Acura CL weights approximately 825 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, 2003 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2003 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura CL | 1968 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Acura | DAF |
| Model | CL | 44 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2260 mm |
