1961 DAF 600 vs. 1998 Porsche 911
To start off, 1998 Porsche 911 is newer by 37 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 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Porsche 911 (537 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 518 more horse power than 1961 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1961 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Porsche 911 weights approximately 520 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, 1998 Porsche 911 (600 Nm) has 555 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 1998 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 | 1998 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | DAF | Porsche |
| Model | 600 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 537 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 100 L |
