1961 DAF 600 vs. 1987 Porsche 959
To start off, 1987 Porsche 959 is newer by 26 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 2,849 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 959 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 959 (450 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 431 more horse power than 1961 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 959 should accelerate faster than 1961 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Porsche 959 weights approximately 820 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, 1987 Porsche 959 (500 Nm) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 1987 Porsche 959 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 DAF 600 | 1987 Porsche 959 | |
| Make | DAF | Porsche |
| Model | 600 | 959 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 95.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 67 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2270 mm |
