1962 DAF 750 vs. 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast
To start off, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast is newer by 3 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 4,963 cc (12 cylinders), 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast (396 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 1962 DAF 750. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast weights approximately 878 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, 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast (475 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF 750. (57 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF 750.
Compare all specifications:
1962 DAF 750 | 1965 Ferrari 500 Superfast | |
Make | DAF | Ferrari |
Model | 750 | 500 Superfast |
Year Released | 1962 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 746 cc | 4963 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 396 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 8.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 662 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2650 mm |