1961 DAF 600 vs. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda is newer by 8 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 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (238 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1961 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 1961 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 835 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, 1969 Plymouth Barracuda (421 Nm) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 1969 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 DAF 600 | 1969 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | DAF | Plymouth |
| Model | 600 | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 5562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 421 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2760 mm |
