1972 Buick Riviera vs. 1961 DAF 600
To start off, 1972 Buick Riviera is newer by 11 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 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Buick Riviera (250 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1961 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1961 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Buick Riviera weights approximately 1410 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, 1972 Buick Riviera (518 Nm) has 473 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 1972 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Buick Riviera | 1961 DAF 600 | |
| Make | Buick | DAF |
| Model | Riviera | 600 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2040 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 28 L |
