2000 AC Cobra vs. 1963 DAF 600
To start off, 2000 AC Cobra is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 DAF 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 DAF 600 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1963 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1963 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 AC Cobra weights approximately 270 kg more than 1963 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 Cobra (400 Nm) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 2000 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 AC Cobra | 1963 DAF 600 | |
| Make | AC | DAF |
| Model | Cobra | 600 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 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 | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2060 mm |
