2009 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1969 DAF 44
To start off, 2009 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 40 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 5,325 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick LaCrosse (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1969 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1969 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 1103 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, 2009 Buick LaCrosse (438 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Buick LaCrosse | 1969 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Buick | DAF |
| Model | LaCrosse | 44 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5325 cc | 842 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1858 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2260 mm |
