2008 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1968 DAF 44
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 40 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 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 410 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 1080 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, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 (571 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 506 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin DB9 | 1968 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | DAF |
| Model | DB9 | 44 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2260 mm |
