1962 DAF Daffodil vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 47 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 242 more horse power than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF Daffodil. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 661 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | DAF | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Daffodil | E |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 92.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 665 kg | 1326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 80 L |
