1959 DAF 600 vs. 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS
To start off, 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS is newer by 30 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 3,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1959 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS should accelerate faster than 1959 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS weights approximately 643 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, 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DAF 600. (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DAF 600 | 1989 Ferrari 328 GTS | |
| Make | DAF | Ferrari |
| Model | 600 | 328 GTS |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 3186 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1273 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 74 L |
