1962 DAF Daffodil vs. 1995 Donkervoort S8
To start off, 1995 Donkervoort S8 is newer by 33 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 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Donkervoort S8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Donkervoort S8 (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Donkervoort S8 should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF Daffodil. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Donkervoort S8 weights approximately 10 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, 1995 Donkervoort S8 (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Donkervoort S8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF Daffodil.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DAF Daffodil | 1995 Donkervoort S8 | |
| Make | DAF | Donkervoort |
| Model | Daffodil | S8 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 665 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1110 mm |
