1962 DAF Daffodil vs. 2006 BMW 325
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 44 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF Daffodil. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 325 weights approximately 975 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, 2006 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF Daffodil.
Compare all specifications:
1962 DAF Daffodil | 2006 BMW 325 | |
Make | DAF | BMW |
Model | Daffodil | 325 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 746 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 53 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 665 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 63 L |