1959 DAF 600 vs. 1988 Toyota Camry
To start off, 1988 Toyota Camry is newer by 29 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 1,830 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Camry (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1959 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1959 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Toyota Camry weights approximately 620 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, 1988 Toyota Camry, 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, 1988 Toyota Camry (141 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DAF 600. (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DAF 600 | 1988 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | DAF | Toyota |
| Model | 600 | Camry |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 1830 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2610 mm |
