1962 DAF 750 vs. 1983 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1983 Ferrari 308 is newer by 21 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 2,925 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ferrari 308 (230 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1962 DAF 750. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 844 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, 1983 Ferrari 308 (255 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF 750. (57 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DAF 750 | 1983 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | DAF | Ferrari |
| Model | 750 | 308 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 2925 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 662 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2350 mm |
