1962 DAF Daffodil vs. 2003 Honda NSX
To start off, 2003 Honda NSX is newer by 41 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda NSX (249 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF Daffodil. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda NSX weights approximately 765 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, 2003 Honda NSX (287 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF Daffodil.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DAF Daffodil | 2003 Honda NSX | |
| Make | DAF | Honda |
| Model | Daffodil | NSX |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 2975 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 249 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| 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 | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 70 L |
