1959 Cadillac 62 vs. 1971 DAF 44
To start off, 1971 DAF 44 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,381 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Cadillac 62 (325 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1971 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1971 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1463 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, 1959 Cadillac 62 (583 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 518 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1959 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Cadillac 62 | 1971 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Cadillac | DAF |
| Model | 62 | 44 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6381 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2218 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5720 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2260 mm |
