1962 DAF 750 vs. 2002 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 2002 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 40 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 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Buick Park Avenue (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1962 DAF 750. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 1078 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.
Because 1962 DAF 750 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 DAF 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Buick Park Avenue, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2002 Buick Park Avenue (387 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF 750. (57 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF 750.
Compare all specifications:
1962 DAF 750 | 2002 Buick Park Avenue | |
Make | DAF | Buick |
Model | 750 | Park Avenue |
Year Released | 1962 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 746 cc | 3798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | V |
Horse Power | 31 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 662 kg | 1740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2780 mm |