1999 Cadillac Catera vs. 1962 DAF 750
To start off, 1999 Cadillac Catera is newer by 37 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 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Cadillac Catera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Cadillac Catera (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1962 DAF 750. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Cadillac Catera should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Cadillac Catera weights approximately 904 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, 1999 Cadillac Catera (370 Nm) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF 750. (57 Nm). This means 1999 Cadillac Catera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Cadillac Catera | 1962 DAF 750 | |
| Make | Cadillac | DAF |
| Model | Catera | 750 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 662 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2060 mm |
