1956 Cadillac 6239D 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 Cadillac 6239D. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Cadillac 6239D would be higher. At 5,972 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Cadillac 6239D is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Cadillac 6239D (285 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Cadillac 6239D should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Cadillac 6239D weights approximately 1255 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 Cadillac 6239D (543 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1956 Cadillac 6239D will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Cadillac 6239D | 1968 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Cadillac | DAF |
| Model | 6239D | 44 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5972 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 285 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2260 mm |
