2008 Audi Q7 vs. 1968 DAF 44
To start off, 2008 Audi Q7 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 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Audi Q7 (345 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 311 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Audi Q7 should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1485 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 Audi Q7 (440 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi Q7 | 1968 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Audi | DAF |
| Model | Q7 | 44 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2260 mm |
