1959 DAF 600 vs. 1978 Opel Senator
To start off, 1978 Opel Senator is newer by 19 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 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Opel Senator (180 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1959 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1959 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Opel Senator weights approximately 865 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, 1978 Opel Senator (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DAF 600. (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
1959 DAF 600 | 1978 Opel Senator | |
Make | DAF | Opel |
Model | 600 | Senator |
Year Released | 1959 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 590 cc | 2969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 19 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 248 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 95.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 69.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 44 L |