1962 DAF Daffodil vs. 2005 Infiniti M
To start off, 2005 Infiniti M is newer by 43 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 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF Daffodil. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti M weights approximately 1075 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, 2005 Infiniti M (453 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF Daffodil.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DAF Daffodil | 2005 Infiniti M | |
| Make | DAF | Infiniti |
| Model | Daffodil | M |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 453 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 82.7 mm |
| 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 | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 79 L |
