1961 DAF 600 vs. 1968 Porsche 911
To start off, 1968 Porsche 911 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 DAF 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 DAF 600 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Porsche 911 (110 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1961 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1961 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Porsche 911 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1961 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, 1968 Porsche 911 (158 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 1968 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 DAF 600 | 1968 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | DAF | Porsche |
| Model | 600 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 66 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 61 L |
