1959 DAF 600 vs. 1964 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1964 Ford Falcon is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 DAF 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 DAF 600 would be higher. At 2,890 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ford Falcon (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1959 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1959 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Ford Falcon weights approximately 70 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, 1964 Ford Falcon (244 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DAF 600. (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1964 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DAF 600 | 1964 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | DAF | Ford |
| Model | 600 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 2890 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 20.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 700 kg |
