1959 DAF 600 vs. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 5,661 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 362 more horse power than 1959 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1959 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1951 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 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 DAF 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Land Cruiser (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DAF 600. (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DAF 600 | 2008 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | DAF | Toyota |
| Model | 600 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 5661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 2581 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 93 L |
