2000 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1968 DAF 44
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 32 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 1003 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, 2000 Cadillac Eldorado (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Eldorado | 1968 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Cadillac | DAF |
| Model | Eldorado | 44 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2260 mm |
