1959 DAF 600 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 51 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (170 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1959 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1959 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 716 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, 2010 Volkswagen Golf, 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, 2010 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DAF 600. (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DAF 600 | 2010 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | DAF | Volkswagen |
| Model | 600 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1346 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4199 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 55 L |
