1970 AMC Ambassador vs. 1962 DAF 600
To start off, 1970 AMC Ambassador is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 DAF 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 DAF 600 would be higher. At 4,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 AMC Ambassador (210 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1962 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1962 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 AMC Ambassador (414 Nm) has 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 1970 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Ambassador | 1962 DAF 600 | |
| Make | AMC | DAF |
| Model | Ambassador | 600 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4981 cc | 590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.4 mm | 65 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2060 mm |
