2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1967 DAF 44
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 39 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 4,802 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 965 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, 2006 Chevrolet Silverado (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 1967 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | DAF |
| Model | Silverado | 44 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4802 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2260 mm |
