1963 DAF 600 vs. 1990 Porsche 911
To start off, 1990 Porsche 911 is newer by 27 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 3,164 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1963 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1963 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Porsche 911 weights approximately 606 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, 1990 Porsche 911 (286 Nm) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 1990 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DAF 600 | 1990 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | DAF | Porsche |
| Model | 600 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 3164 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 74.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1236 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2280 mm |
