1980 Cadillac Seville vs. 1961 DAF 600
To start off, 1980 Cadillac Seville is newer by 19 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 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 1961 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1961 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 1040 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, 1980 Cadillac Seville (365 Nm) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 1980 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Cadillac Seville | 1961 DAF 600 | |
| Make | Cadillac | DAF |
| Model | Seville | 600 |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1961 |
| 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 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2060 mm |
