1962 DAF 750 vs. 2006 Maybach 57
To start off, 2006 Maybach 57 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 5,513 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Maybach 57 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Maybach 57 (542 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 511 more horse power than 1962 DAF 750. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Maybach 57 should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Maybach 57 weights approximately 2073 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 Maybach 57 (901 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 844 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF 750. (57 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Maybach 57 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DAF 750 | 2006 Maybach 57 | |
| Make | DAF | Maybach |
| Model | 750 | 57 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 901 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 87 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 662 kg | 2735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 5730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 3400 mm |
