1962 DAF Daffodil vs. 2001 Lexus IS
To start off, 2001 Lexus IS is newer by 39 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 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lexus IS (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF Daffodil. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lexus IS weights approximately 825 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, 2001 Lexus IS (298 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF Daffodil.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DAF Daffodil | 2001 Lexus IS | |
| Make | DAF | Lexus |
| Model | Daffodil | IS |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 2994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 665 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 66 L |
