1959 DAF 600 vs. 2004 Ferrari 360
To start off, 2004 Ferrari 360 is newer by 45 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 3,586 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ferrari 360 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ferrari 360 (395 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 376 more horse power than 1959 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ferrari 360 should accelerate faster than 1959 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ferrari 360 weights approximately 740 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, 2004 Ferrari 360 (363 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DAF 600. (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Ferrari 360 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DAF 600 | 2004 Ferrari 360 | |
| Make | DAF | Ferrari |
| Model | 600 | 360 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 3586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 95 L |
