1963 DAF 600 vs. 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 48 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 401 more horse power than 1963 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1963 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1001 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, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 DAF 600 | 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
| Make | DAF | Aston Martin |
| Model | 600 | V8 Vantage |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 469 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1867 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1257 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2604 mm |
