1962 DAF Daffodil vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 45 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF Daffodil. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 915 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (250 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF Daffodil.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DAF Daffodil | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | DAF | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Daffodil | E |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 231 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 665 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 65 L |
