2008 Chrysler Sebring vs. 1968 DAF 44
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Sebring 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 1,968 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Sebring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Sebring (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 1095 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 Chrysler Sebring (311 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Sebring | 1968 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Chrysler | DAF |
| Model | Sebring | 44 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2260 mm |
