1975 BMW 316 vs. 1962 DAF 750
To start off, 1975 BMW 316 is newer by 13 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 1,573 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 BMW 316 (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1962 DAF 750. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 BMW 316 weights approximately 408 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, 1975 BMW 316 (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF 750. (57 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 316 | 1962 DAF 750 | |
| Make | BMW | DAF |
| Model | 316 | 750 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 65 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 662 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2060 mm |
