1998 Bentley Brooklands vs. 1961 DAF 600
To start off, 1998 Bentley Brooklands is newer by 37 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 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Bentley Brooklands is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Bentley Brooklands (296 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1961 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bentley Brooklands should accelerate faster than 1961 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bentley Brooklands weights approximately 1720 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, 1998 Bentley Brooklands (500 Nm) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 1998 Bentley Brooklands will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Bentley Brooklands | 1961 DAF 600 | |
| Make | Bentley | DAF |
| Model | Brooklands | 600 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2970 mm | 2060 mm |
