1962 DAF 600 vs. 1998 Honda S2000
To start off, 1998 Honda S2000 is newer by 36 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda S2000 (251 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1962 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda S2000 weights approximately 610 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, 1998 Honda S2000 (218 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 1998 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DAF 600 | 1998 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | DAF | Honda |
| Model | 600 | S2000 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8300 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 84 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 50 L |
