1962 DAF 750 vs. 2006 Mercury Mountaineer
To start off, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercury Mountaineer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (293 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1962 DAF 750. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF 750.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Mercury Mountaineer (407 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF 750. (57 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercury Mountaineer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DAF 750 | 2006 Mercury Mountaineer | |
| Make | DAF | Mercury |
| Model | 750 | Mountaineer |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 293 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2890 mm |
