1981 Cadillac Seville vs. 1961 DAF 600
To start off, 1981 Cadillac Seville 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 4,129 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Cadillac Seville (123 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1961 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1961 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 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, 1981 Cadillac Seville (284 Nm) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 1981 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Cadillac Seville | 1961 DAF 600 | |
| Make | Cadillac | DAF |
| Model | Seville | 600 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4129 cc | 590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 284 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 |
