2008 Buick Lucerne vs. 1961 DAF 600
To start off, 2008 Buick Lucerne is newer by 47 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Buick Lucerne (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1961 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1961 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Buick Lucerne weights approximately 987 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, 2008 Buick Lucerne (309 Nm) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 2008 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Buick Lucerne | 1961 DAF 600 | |
| Make | Buick | DAF |
| Model | Lucerne | 600 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1617 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 28 L |
