1963 DAF 600 vs. 1959 Wartburg 311
To start off, 1963 DAF 600 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Wartburg 311. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Wartburg 311 would be higher. At 900 cc (3 cylinders), 1959 Wartburg 311 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Wartburg 311 (36 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1963 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Wartburg 311 should accelerate faster than 1963 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Wartburg 311 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1963 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, 1959 Wartburg 311 (82 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 1959 Wartburg 311 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
1963 DAF 600 | 1959 Wartburg 311 | |
Make | DAF | Wartburg |
Model | 600 | 311 |
Year Released | 1963 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 590 cc | 900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 19 HP | 36 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 82 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 78 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2460 mm |