1994 BMW 750 vs. 1962 DAF 750
To start off, 1994 BMW 750 is newer by 32 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 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 BMW 750 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 750 (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1962 DAF 750. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 750 should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 750 weights approximately 1408 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, 1994 BMW 750 (488 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF 750. (57 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 750 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF 750.
Compare all specifications:
1994 BMW 750 | 1962 DAF 750 | |
Make | BMW | DAF |
Model | 750 | 750 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5379 cc | 746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 322 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 65 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 662 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2060 mm |