1962 DAF 750 vs. 1987 Opel Senator
To start off, 1987 Opel Senator 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 2,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Opel Senator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Opel Senator (178 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1962 DAF 750. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Opel Senator should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Opel Senator weights approximately 874 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 Opel Senator (240 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF 750. (57 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 Opel Senator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DAF 750 | 1987 Opel Senator | |
| Make | DAF | Opel |
| Model | 750 | Senator |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 2969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 662 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2690 mm |
