1956 Buick 40 vs. 1968 DAF 44
To start off, 1968 DAF 44 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,279 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Buick 40 (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Buick 40 weights approximately 835 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, 1956 Buick 40 (462 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 397 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1956 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Buick 40 | 1968 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Buick | DAF |
| Model | 40 | 44 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5279 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 462 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2260 mm |
