1962 DAF 750 vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 51 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (157 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1962 DAF 750. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 952 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF 750. (57 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DAF 750 | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | DAF | Toyota |
| Model | 750 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 662 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 3246 mm |
