1960 DAF 600 vs. 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 17 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (124 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1960 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1960 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 1270 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, 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (305 Nm) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DAF 600. (46 Nm). This means 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 DAF 600 | 1977 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | DAF | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 600 | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 124 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 46 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 3030 mm |
