1957 Buick 40 vs. 1972 DAF 44
To start off, 1972 DAF 44 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Buick 40 (248 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1972 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1972 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Buick 40 weights approximately 1039 kg more than 1972 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, 1957 Buick 40 (515 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1957 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Buick 40 | 1972 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Buick | DAF |
| Model | 40 | 44 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 756 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2260 mm |
