1962 DAF Daffodil vs. 1999 Opel Omega
To start off, 1999 Opel Omega is newer by 37 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 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Opel Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Omega (211 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Omega should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF Daffodil. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Opel Omega weights approximately 1099 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, 1999 Opel Omega (280 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF Daffodil.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DAF Daffodil | 1999 Opel Omega | |
| Make | DAF | Opel |
| Model | Daffodil | Omega |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 665 kg | 1764 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 75 L |
