1962 DAF 750 vs. 2002 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2002 Lotus Exige 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lotus Exige (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1962 DAF 750. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lotus Exige weights approximately 118 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, 2002 Lotus Exige (181 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF 750. (57 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DAF 750 | 2002 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | DAF | Lotus |
| Model | 750 | Exige |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 662 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2310 mm |
