1972 DAF 44 vs. 2011 Buick Lucerne
To start off, 2011 Buick Lucerne is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 DAF 44 would be higher. At 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Buick Lucerne (227 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1972 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1972 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 938 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, 2011 Buick Lucerne (321 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2011 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 DAF 44 | 2011 Buick Lucerne | |
| Make | DAF | Buick |
| Model | 44 | Lucerne |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 321 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 756 kg | 1694 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5161 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2936 mm |
