1959 DAF 600 vs. 2001 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 2001 Ferrari Maranello is newer by 42 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 5,473 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ferrari Maranello (478 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 459 more horse power than 1959 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 1959 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ferrari Maranello weights approximately 1015 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, 2001 Ferrari Maranello (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 523 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DAF 600. (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DAF 600 | 2001 Ferrari Maranello | |
| Make | DAF | Ferrari |
| Model | 600 | Maranello |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 5473 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 478 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 568 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 114 L |
