2003 Buick Blackhawk vs. 1959 DAF 600
To start off, 2003 Buick Blackhawk is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 DAF 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 DAF 600 would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1959 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 1959 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Blackhawk weights approximately 1003 kg more than 1959 DAF 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (692 Nm) has 647 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Blackhawk | 1959 DAF 600 | |
| Make | Buick | DAF |
| Model | Blackhawk | 600 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7458 cc | 590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 692 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 65 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2060 mm |
