1953 Buick 40 vs. 1967 DAF 44
To start off, 1967 DAF 44 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,315 cc (8 cylinders), 1953 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Buick 40 (123 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Buick 40 weights approximately 880 kg more than 1967 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, 1953 Buick 40 (304 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1953 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Buick 40 | 1967 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Buick | DAF |
| Model | 40 | 44 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4315 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.9 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2260 mm |
