1962 DAF Daffodil vs. 2008 BMW 530
To start off, 2008 BMW 530 is newer by 46 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 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF Daffodil. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 530 weights approximately 1095 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, 2008 BMW 530 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF Daffodil.
Compare all specifications:
1962 DAF Daffodil | 2008 BMW 530 | |
Make | DAF | BMW |
Model | Daffodil | 530 |
Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 746 cc | 2992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 53 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 665 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 70 L |