1959 DAF 600 vs. 1986 Saab 9000
To start off, 1986 Saab 9000 is newer by 27 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 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Saab 9000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Saab 9000 (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1959 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Saab 9000 should accelerate faster than 1959 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Saab 9000 weights approximately 654 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.
Because 1959 DAF 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 DAF 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Saab 9000, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1986 Saab 9000 (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DAF 600. (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Saab 9000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DAF 600 | 1986 Saab 9000 | |
| Make | DAF | Saab |
| Model | 600 | 9000 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1284 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2670 mm |
