1959 DAF 600 vs. 2009 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2009 Honda Pilot is newer by 50 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1959 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1959 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Pilot weights approximately 1325 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, 2009 Honda Pilot, 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, 2009 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DAF 600. (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DAF 600 | 2009 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | DAF | Honda |
| Model | 600 | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 97.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 79 L |
