2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1967 DAF 44
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 41 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 4,280 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 925 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, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1967 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | DAF |
| Model | V8 Vantage | 44 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4280 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2260 mm |
