2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1966 DAF 44
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 DAF 44 would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (319 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1966 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1966 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 520 kg more than 1966 DAF 44. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Chevrolet Express (498 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 DAF 44. (71 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Express | 1966 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | DAF |
| Model | Express | 44 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 319 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2260 mm |
