1962 DAF 750 vs. 1987 Lincoln Mark 7
To start off, 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 is newer by 25 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 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 (152 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1962 DAF 750. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 weights approximately 1002 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, 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 (359 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF 750. (57 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DAF 750 | 1987 Lincoln Mark 7 | |
| Make | DAF | Lincoln |
| Model | 750 | Mark 7 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 4940 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 662 kg | 1664 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2760 mm |
