1953 Bristol 404 vs. 1959 DAF 600
To start off, 1959 DAF 600 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Bristol 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Bristol 404 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Bristol 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Bristol 404 (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1959 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Bristol 404 should accelerate faster than 1959 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Bristol 404 weights approximately 410 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, 1953 Bristol 404 (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DAF 600. (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1953 Bristol 404 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Bristol 404 | 1959 DAF 600 | |
Make | Bristol | DAF |
Model | 404 | 600 |
Year Released | 1953 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 45 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 7.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2060 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 28 L |