1962 DAF Daffodil vs. 1998 Ferrari F355
To start off, 1998 Ferrari F355 is newer by 36 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 3,491 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari F355 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari F355 (376 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF Daffodil. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari F355 weights approximately 685 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, 1998 Ferrari F355 (363 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Ferrari F355 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF Daffodil.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DAF Daffodil | 1998 Ferrari F355 | |
| Make | DAF | Ferrari |
| Model | Daffodil | F355 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 3491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 665 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 82 L |
