2005 Cadillac SRX vs. 1969 DAF 44
To start off, 2005 Cadillac SRX is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 DAF 44 would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 1205 kg more than 1969 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, 2005 Cadillac SRX (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac SRX | 1969 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Cadillac | DAF |
| Model | SRX | 44 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 842 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2260 mm |
