2007 Cadillac CTS vs. 1959 DAF 600
To start off, 2007 Cadillac CTS is newer by 48 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Cadillac CTS (253 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1959 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1959 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 1076 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Cadillac CTS (343 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DAF 600. (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Cadillac CTS | 1959 DAF 600 | |
| Make | Cadillac | DAF |
| Model | CTS | 600 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1706 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 28 L |
