1988 Buick Estate vs. 1960 DAF 600
To start off, 1988 Buick Estate is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 DAF 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 DAF 600 would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1960 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1960 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Buick Estate weights approximately 1255 kg more than 1960 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, 1988 Buick Estate (435 Nm) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DAF 600. (46 Nm). This means 1988 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Estate | 1960 DAF 600 | |
| Make | Buick | DAF |
| Model | Estate | 600 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2060 mm |
