1962 DAF Daffodil vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL 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 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL (604 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 578 more horse power than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF Daffodil. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL weights approximately 1120 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 Mercedes-Benz CL (1,001 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 948 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF Daffodil.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DAF Daffodil | 2008 Mercedes-Benz CL | |
| Make | DAF | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Daffodil | CL |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 5980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 604 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 1001 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 665 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 90 L |
