1968 AMC AMX vs. 1962 DAF 750
To start off, 1968 AMC AMX is newer by 6 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 6,386 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 AMC AMX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 AMC AMX (315 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1962 DAF 750. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 AMC AMX weights approximately 715 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, 1968 AMC AMX (576 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 519 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF 750. (57 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 AMC AMX | 1962 DAF 750 | |
| Make | AMC | DAF |
| Model | AMX | 750 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6386 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105.8 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.8 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 7.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 662 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2060 mm |
