1962 DAF Daffodil vs. 1965 Jensen CV-8
To start off, 1965 Jensen CV-8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 DAF Daffodil. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 DAF Daffodil would be higher. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Jensen CV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Jensen CV-8 (330 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1965 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF Daffodil. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Jensen CV-8 weights approximately 929 kg more than 1962 DAF Daffodil. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Jensen CV-8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 DAF Daffodil. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Jensen CV-8 will offer significantly more control. 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, 1965 Jensen CV-8 (576 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 523 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1965 Jensen CV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF Daffodil.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DAF Daffodil | 1965 Jensen CV-8 | |
| Make | DAF | Jensen |
| Model | Daffodil | CV-8 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 6286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 665 kg | 1594 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 72 L |
