1960 DAF 600 vs. 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 DAF 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 DAF 600 would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1960 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1960 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 1485 kg more than 1960 DAF 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DAF 600. (46 Nm). This means 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 DAF 600 | 1971 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | DAF | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 600 | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 46 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 108 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 91 L |
