1990 Buick Electra vs. 1960 DAF 600
To start off, 1990 Buick Electra is newer by 30 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Electra (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1960 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1960 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Electra weights approximately 945 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, 1990 Buick Electra (285 Nm) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DAF 600. (46 Nm). This means 1990 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Buick Electra | 1960 DAF 600 | |
| Make | Buick | DAF |
| Model | Electra | 600 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2060 mm |
