1962 DAF Daffodil vs. 2008 Ford E-250
To start off, 2008 Ford E-250 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF Daffodil. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford E-250 weights approximately 442 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 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF Daffodil.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DAF Daffodil | 2008 Ford E-250 | |
| Make | DAF | Ford |
| Model | Daffodil | E-250 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 665 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 5520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 2120 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 3510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 132 L |
