1970 Buick Skylark vs. 1961 DAF 600
To start off, 1970 Buick Skylark is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 DAF 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 DAF 600 would be higher. At 5,724 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Buick Skylark is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Buick Skylark (195 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1961 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Skylark should accelerate faster than 1961 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Skylark weights approximately 999 kg more than 1961 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, 1970 Buick Skylark (393 Nm) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 1970 Buick Skylark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Buick Skylark | 1961 DAF 600 | |
| Make | Buick | DAF |
| Model | Skylark | 600 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2060 mm |
