1981 Buick LeSabre vs. 1961 DAF 600
To start off, 1981 Buick LeSabre is newer by 20 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 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Buick LeSabre (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1961 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1961 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 960 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, 1981 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 1981 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Buick LeSabre | 1961 DAF 600 | |
| Make | Buick | DAF |
| Model | LeSabre | 600 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2060 mm |
