1959 DAF 600 vs. 2003 Lamborghini Diablo
To start off, 2003 Lamborghini Diablo is newer by 44 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 5,705 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Lamborghini Diablo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lamborghini Diablo (523 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 504 more horse power than 1959 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lamborghini Diablo should accelerate faster than 1959 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lamborghini Diablo weights approximately 1120 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, 2003 Lamborghini Diablo (580 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 535 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DAF 600. (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2003 Lamborghini Diablo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DAF 600 | 2003 Lamborghini Diablo | |
| Make | DAF | Lamborghini |
| Model | 600 | Diablo |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 5705 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 580 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 90 L |
