1954 Buick 40 vs. 1963 DAF 600
To start off, 1963 DAF 600 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Buick 40 (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1963 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1963 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1963 DAF 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Buick 40 (325 Nm) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 40 | 1963 DAF 600 | |
| Make | Buick | DAF |
| Model | 40 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4328 cc | 590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 630 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2060 mm |
