1962 DAF 750 vs. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 42 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 4,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1962 DAF 750. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1588 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 2004 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 DAF 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF 750. (57 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DAF 750 | 2004 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | DAF | Volkswagen |
| Model | 750 | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 4172 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 84.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 662 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2860 mm |
