1959 DAF 600 vs. 2007 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2007 Mercury Milan is newer by 48 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 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercury Milan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercury Milan (160 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1959 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercury Milan should accelerate faster than 1959 DAF 600.
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, 2007 Mercury Milan, 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, 2007 Mercury Milan (203 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DAF 600. (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercury Milan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DAF 600 | 2007 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | DAF | Mercury |
| Model | 600 | Milan |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 66 L |
