1961 DAF 600 vs. 2011 Ascari A10
To start off, 2011 Ascari A10 is newer by 50 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ascari A10 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ascari A10 (625 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 606 more horse power than 1961 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ascari A10 should accelerate faster than 1961 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ascari A10 weights approximately 650 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, 2011 Ascari A10 (560 Nm) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 2011 Ascari A10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 DAF 600 | 2011 Ascari A10 | |
| Make | DAF | Ascari |
| Model | 600 | A10 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 4941 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 625 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1138 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2636 mm |
