1986 Cadillac Allante vs. 1959 DAF 600
To start off, 1986 Cadillac Allante is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 DAF 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 DAF 600 would be higher. At 4,467 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Cadillac Allante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Cadillac Allante (201 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1959 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Cadillac Allante should accelerate faster than 1959 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Cadillac Allante weights approximately 955 kg more than 1959 DAF 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 DAF 600 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 DAF 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Cadillac Allante, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1986 Cadillac Allante (373 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DAF 600. (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Cadillac Allante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Cadillac Allante | 1959 DAF 600 | |
| Make | Cadillac | DAF |
| Model | Allante | 600 |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4467 cc | 590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 7.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2060 mm |
