1960 DAF 600 vs. 1990 Pontiac 6000
To start off, 1990 Pontiac 6000 is newer by 30 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac 6000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac 6000 (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1960 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac 6000 should accelerate faster than 1960 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac 6000 weights approximately 786 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, 1990 Pontiac 6000 (248 Nm) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DAF 600. (46 Nm). This means 1990 Pontiac 6000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 DAF 600 | 1990 Pontiac 6000 | |
| Make | DAF | Pontiac |
| Model | 600 | 6000 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 46 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2670 mm |
