1962 DAF 600 vs. 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO
To start off, 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 DAF 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 DAF 600 would be higher. At 2,952 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO (296 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1962 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO weights approximately 320 kg more than 1962 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, 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO (294 Nm) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DAF 600 | 1965 Ferrari 250 GTO | |
| Make | DAF | Ferrari |
| Model | 600 | 250 GTO |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 2952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7500 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 133 L |
