2000 Cadillac Catera vs. 1963 DAF 600
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Catera 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 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Catera (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1963 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1963 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 1116 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 Cadillac Catera (260 Nm) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 2000 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Cadillac Catera | 1963 DAF 600 | |
| Make | Cadillac | DAF |
| Model | Catera | 600 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2962 cc | 590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1746 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2060 mm |
