1961 DAF 600 vs. 2012 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2012 Nissan Quest is newer by 51 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Quest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1961 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Quest should accelerate faster than 1961 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Quest weights approximately 1402 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, 2012 Nissan Quest (325 Nm) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 2012 Nissan Quest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 DAF 600 | 2012 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | DAF | Nissan |
| Model | 600 | Quest |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1854 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 76 L |
