1959 DAF 600 vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1959 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1959 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 935 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, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado, 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, 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DAF 600. (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DAF 600 | 1990 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | DAF | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 600 | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2750 mm |
