1998 Buick LeSabre vs. 1962 DAF 750
To start off, 1998 Buick LeSabre is newer by 36 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Buick LeSabre (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1962 DAF 750. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 828 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.
Because 1962 DAF 750 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 DAF 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Buick LeSabre, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF 750. (57 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick LeSabre | 1962 DAF 750 | |
| Make | Buick | DAF |
| Model | LeSabre | 750 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 65 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 662 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2060 mm |
