2009 Audi A5 vs. 1960 DAF 600
To start off, 2009 Audi A5 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 DAF 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 DAF 600 would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A5 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1960 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 1960 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A5 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1960 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, 2009 Audi A5 (330 Nm) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DAF 600. (46 Nm). This means 2009 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A5 | 1960 DAF 600 | |
| Make | Audi | DAF |
| Model | A5 | 600 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 28 L |
