1998 Aston Martin Vantage vs. 1962 DAF 600
To start off, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 36 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 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage (600 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 581 more horse power than 1962 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 1340 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, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage (814 Nm) has 769 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 1998 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Aston Martin Vantage | 1962 DAF 600 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | DAF |
| Model | Vantage | 600 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 814 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 65 mm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 28 L |
