1962 DAF Daffodil vs. 1986 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 24 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF Daffodil. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 773 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, 1986 Chevrolet Corvette (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1986 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF Daffodil.
Compare all specifications:
1962 DAF Daffodil | 1986 Chevrolet Corvette | |
Make | DAF | Chevrolet |
Model | Daffodil | Corvette |
Year Released | 1962 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 746 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 53 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 88.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 200 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 665 kg | 1438 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 68 L |