2005 Buick Rainier vs. 1961 DAF 600
To start off, 2005 Buick Rainier is newer by 44 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 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rainier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rainier (272 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1961 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rainier should accelerate faster than 1961 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rainier weights approximately 1465 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, 2005 Buick Rainier (373 Nm) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rainier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rainier | 1961 DAF 600 | |
| Make | Buick | DAF |
| Model | Rainier | 600 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2095 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 28 L |
