1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1961 DAF 600
To start off, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 DAF 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 DAF 600 would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1961 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1961 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 1188 kg more than 1961 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, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm) has 389 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1961 DAF 600 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | DAF |
| Model | V8 Volante | 600 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 28 L |
