1959 DAF 600 vs. 2008 Honda Element
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 49 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1959 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1959 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Element weights approximately 724 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, 2008 Honda Element, 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, 2008 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DAF 600. (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DAF 600 | 2008 Honda Element | |
| Make | DAF | Honda |
| Model | 600 | Element |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 2354 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 60 L |
