1999 Buick Century vs. 1972 DAF 44
To start off, 1999 Buick Century is newer by 27 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 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Buick Century (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1972 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Buick Century should accelerate faster than 1972 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Century weights approximately 764 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, 1999 Buick Century (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Buick Century | 1972 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Buick | DAF |
| Model | Century | 44 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3134 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2260 mm |
