1951 Buick 40 vs. 1971 DAF 44
To start off, 1971 DAF 44 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,066 cc (8 cylinders), 1951 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Buick 40 (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1971 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1971 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Buick 40 weights approximately 880 kg more than 1971 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, 1951 Buick 40 (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1951 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Buick 40 | 1971 DAF 44 | |
Make | Buick | DAF |
Model | 40 | 44 |
Year Released | 1951 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4066 cc | 844 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2260 mm |