1963 DAF 600 vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 9 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 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1963 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1963 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 1305 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, 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DAF 600 | 1972 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | DAF | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 600 | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 5736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 5900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 3230 mm |
