1963 DAF 600 vs. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 40 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1963 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1963 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1770 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, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DAF 600 | 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | DAF | Volkswagen |
| Model | 600 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 84.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 2400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2860 mm |
