2005 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1967 DAF 44
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 DAF 44 would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (400 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 357 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 655 kg more than 1967 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, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette (544 Nm) has 464 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Corvette | 1967 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | DAF |
| Model | Corvette | 44 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 544 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 72 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2260 mm |
