1962 DAF 750 vs. 2009 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 47 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mustang (300 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 269 more horse power than 1962 DAF 750. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Mustang weights approximately 448 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, 2009 Ford Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF 750. (57 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DAF 750 | 2009 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | DAF | Ford |
| Model | 750 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 662 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2730 mm |
