1962 DAF 750 vs. 1984 Toyota Century
To start off, 1984 Toyota Century is newer by 22 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 3,993 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Toyota Century (153 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1962 DAF 750. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Toyota Century weights approximately 1138 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, 1984 Toyota Century (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF 750. (57 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1984 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DAF 750 | 1984 Toyota Century | |
| Make | DAF | Toyota |
| Model | 750 | Century |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 662 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2870 mm |
