2007 BMW 328 vs. 1962 DAF 750
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 45 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), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1962 DAF 750. (31 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 328 weights approximately 853 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, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF 750. (57 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 1962 DAF 750 | |
| Make | BMW | DAF |
| Model | 328 | 750 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3001 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 31 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 7.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 662 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2060 mm |
