2008 Audi A6 vs. 1967 DAF 44
To start off, 2008 Audi A6 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 5,203 cc (10 cylinders), 2008 Audi A6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi A6 (429 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 386 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi A6 weights approximately 1185 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 Audi A6 (540 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A6 | 1967 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Audi | DAF |
| Model | A6 | 44 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5203 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 429 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.5 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.8 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2260 mm |
