1961 DAF 600 vs. 1990 Porsche 928
To start off, 1990 Porsche 928 is newer by 29 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 928 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 928 (306 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1961 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 928 should accelerate faster than 1961 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche 928 weights approximately 900 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, 1990 Porsche 928 (408 Nm) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 1990 Porsche 928 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 DAF 600 | 1990 Porsche 928 | |
| Make | DAF | Porsche |
| Model | 600 | 928 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 76 L |
