1962 DAF Daffodil vs. 1975 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1975 Ferrari 308 is newer by 13 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 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Ferrari 308 (247 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF Daffodil. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 600 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, 1975 Ferrari 308 (290 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1975 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF Daffodil.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DAF Daffodil | 1975 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | DAF | Ferrari |
| Model | Daffodil | 308 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 665 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 140 L |
