1994 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1968 DAF 44
To start off, 1994 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 DAF 44 would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Buick Roadmaster (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 1095 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, 1994 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1994 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Buick Roadmaster | 1968 DAF 44 | |
Make | Buick | DAF |
Model | Roadmaster | 44 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5732 cc | 844 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 65 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2260 mm |