1962 DAF 750 vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 34 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 4,973 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E (343 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1962 DAF 750. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1014 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, 1996 Mercedes-Benz E (480 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF 750. (57 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DAF 750 | 1996 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | DAF | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 750 | E |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 343 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 480 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 662 kg | 1676 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2840 mm |
