1961 Cadillac 62 vs. 1967 DAF 44
To start off, 1967 DAF 44 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac 62. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac 62 would be higher. At 6,388 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac 62 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Cadillac 62 (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Cadillac 62 should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac 62 weights approximately 1330 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, 1961 Cadillac 62 (582 Nm) has 502 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm). This means 1961 Cadillac 62 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac 62 | 1967 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Cadillac | DAF |
| Model | 62 | 44 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6388 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2260 mm |
