1963 DAF 600 vs. 1970 Plymouth Barracuda
To start off, 1970 Plymouth Barracuda is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 DAF 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 DAF 600 would be higher. At 3,249 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Plymouth Barracuda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Plymouth Barracuda (101 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1963 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Plymouth Barracuda should accelerate faster than 1963 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Plymouth Barracuda weights approximately 775 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, 1970 Plymouth Barracuda (217 Nm) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 1970 Plymouth Barracuda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DAF 600 | 1970 Plymouth Barracuda | |
| Make | DAF | Plymouth |
| Model | 600 | Barracuda |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 3249 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2760 mm |
