1962 DAF Daffodil vs. 2011 GMC Yukon
To start off, 2011 GMC Yukon is newer by 49 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 294 more horse power than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF Daffodil. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1889 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, 2011 GMC Yukon (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 401 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF Daffodil.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DAF Daffodil | 2011 GMC Yukon | |
| Make | DAF | GMC |
| Model | Daffodil | Yukon |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 665 kg | 2554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 5131 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2007 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1953 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 98 L |
