1962 DAF 750 vs. 2006 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2006 Dodge Viper is newer by 44 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 8,275 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Viper (510 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 479 more horse power than 1962 DAF 750. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Viper weights approximately 861 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, 2006 Dodge Viper (725 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 668 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF 750. (57 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DAF 750 | 2006 Dodge Viper | |
| Make | DAF | Dodge |
| Model | 750 | Viper |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 8275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 725 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 101 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 662 kg | 1523 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2520 mm |
