1962 DAF 750 vs. 1963 Ford Taunus
To start off, 1963 Ford Taunus is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 DAF 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 DAF 750 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Ford Taunus (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1962 DAF 750. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1963 Ford Taunus should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Ford Taunus weights approximately 298 kg more than 1962 DAF 750. 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, 1963 Ford Taunus (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF 750. (57 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1963 Ford Taunus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DAF 750 | 1963 Ford Taunus | |
| Make | DAF | Ford |
| Model | 750 | Taunus |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 1498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 662 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2640 mm |
