1959 DAF 600 vs. 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari
To start off, 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1959 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari should accelerate faster than 1959 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari weights approximately 1242 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 Pontiac Grand Safari (319 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DAF 600. (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
1959 DAF 600 | 1978 Pontiac Grand Safari | |
Make | DAF | Pontiac |
Model | 600 | Grand Safari |
Year Released | 1959 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 590 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 19 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 319 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1872 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 5450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2950 mm |