1980 Cadillac Seville vs. 1959 DAF 600
To start off, 1980 Cadillac Seville is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 DAF 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 DAF 600 would be higher. At 6,030 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Cadillac Seville (143 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1959 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1959 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1959 DAF 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 DAF 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 DAF 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1980 Cadillac Seville (365 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DAF 600. (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1980 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Cadillac Seville | 1959 DAF 600 | |
Make | Cadillac | DAF |
Model | Seville | 600 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6030 cc | 590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 143 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 45 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2060 mm |