1962 DAF Daffodil vs. 1989 TVR Speed Eight
To start off, 1989 TVR Speed Eight is newer by 27 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 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 TVR Speed Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 TVR Speed Eight (225 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 TVR Speed Eight should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF Daffodil. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 TVR Speed Eight weights approximately 455 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, 1989 TVR Speed Eight (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1989 TVR Speed Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF Daffodil.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DAF Daffodil | 1989 TVR Speed Eight | |
| Make | DAF | TVR |
| Model | Daffodil | Speed Eight |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 665 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 61 L |
