1973 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1962 DAF 750
To start off, 1973 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 11 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 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chevrolet Impala (110 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1962 DAF 750. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 1053 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, 1973 Chevrolet Impala (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF 750. (57 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1973 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF 750.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Chevrolet Impala | 1962 DAF 750 | |
Make | Chevrolet | DAF |
Model | Impala | 750 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4097 cc | 746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 7.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 662 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2060 mm |