2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 1968 DAF 44
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Express 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Express (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 506 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 Chevrolet Express (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Express | 1968 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | DAF |
| Model | Express | 44 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2260 mm |
