1962 DAF 750 vs. 1970 Maserati Indy
To start off, 1970 Maserati Indy is newer by 8 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 4,136 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Maserati Indy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Maserati Indy (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1962 DAF 750. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Maserati Indy should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Maserati Indy weights approximately 838 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, 1970 Maserati Indy (366 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF 750. (57 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1970 Maserati Indy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DAF 750 | 1970 Maserati Indy | |
| Make | DAF | Maserati |
| Model | 750 | Indy |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 4136 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 662 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2610 mm |
