1961 DAF 600 vs. 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 20 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 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1961 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1961 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 1125 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, 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (278 Nm) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 DAF 600 | 1981 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | DAF | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 600 | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 4129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1755 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 |
