2004 Buick Rainier vs. 1960 DAF 600
To start off, 2004 Buick Rainier is newer by 44 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick Rainier (276 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1960 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1960 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Rainier weights approximately 1469 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, 2004 Buick Rainier (380 Nm) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DAF 600. (46 Nm). This means 2004 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Rainier | 1960 DAF 600 | |
| Make | Buick | DAF |
| Model | Rainier | 600 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 65 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2099 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 28 L |
