1962 DAF Daffodil vs. 1976 Porsche 912
To start off, 1976 Porsche 912 is newer by 14 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 1,971 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Porsche 912 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Porsche 912 (86 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Porsche 912 should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF Daffodil. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Porsche 912 weights approximately 421 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, 1976 Porsche 912 (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Porsche 912 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF Daffodil.
Compare all specifications:
1962 DAF Daffodil | 1976 Porsche 912 | |
Make | DAF | Porsche |
Model | Daffodil | 912 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 746 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 53 Nm | 134 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 71 mm |
Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 185 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 665 kg | 1086 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2280 mm |