1962 DAF Daffodil vs. 1971 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1971 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 9 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), 1971 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jensen Interceptor (300 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF Daffodil. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 1149 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.
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, 1971 Jensen Interceptor (556 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 503 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF Daffodil.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DAF Daffodil | 1971 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | DAF | Jensen |
| Model | Daffodil | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1971 |
| 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 | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 556 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 665 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 90 L |
