2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1962 DAF 750
To start off, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 38 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 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (435 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 404 more horse power than 1962 DAF 750. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 1118 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, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (540 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 483 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF 750. (57 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 1962 DAF 750 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | DAF |
| Model | DB7 | 750 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 7.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 662 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2060 mm |
