2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 1961 DAF 600
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous 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 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Buick Rendezvous is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Buick Rendezvous (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1961 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous should accelerate faster than 1961 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 1316 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 Rendezvous (315 Nm) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 2005 Buick Rendezvous will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Buick Rendezvous | 1961 DAF 600 | |
| Make | Buick | DAF |
| Model | Rendezvous | 600 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3556 cc | 590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 65 mm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1946 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 28 L |
