1959 DAF 600 vs. 1990 Ferrari Mondial
To start off, 1990 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 31 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), 1990 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ferrari Mondial (270 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1959 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1959 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 846 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, 1990 Ferrari Mondial (310 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DAF 600. (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
1959 DAF 600 | 1990 Ferrari Mondial | |
Make | DAF | Ferrari |
Model | 600 | Mondial |
Year Released | 1959 | 1990 |
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 | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 73.6 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 86 L |