2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1959 DAF 600
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 DAF 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 DAF 600 would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1959 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1959 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1978 kg more than 1959 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, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1959 DAF 600 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | DAF |
| Model | Silverado | 600 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5736 cc | 590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 7.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2608 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 28 L |
