1959 DAF 600 vs. 1976 Holden Statesman
To start off, 1976 Holden Statesman is newer by 17 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 5,040 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Holden Statesman (238 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1959 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1959 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Statesman weights approximately 905 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, 1976 Holden Statesman (427 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 382 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DAF 600. (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DAF 600 | 1976 Holden Statesman | |
| Make | DAF | Holden |
| Model | 600 | Statesman |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 5040 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2900 mm |
