2000 AC Aceca vs. 1962 DAF 600
To start off, 2000 AC Aceca is newer by 38 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 3,504 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 1962 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 AC Aceca weights approximately 980 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, 2000 AC Aceca (400 Nm) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 2000 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 AC Aceca | 1962 DAF 600 | |
| Make | AC | DAF |
| Model | Aceca | 600 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3504 cc | 590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 28 L |
