1962 DAF Daffodil vs. 2012 GMC Savana

To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 50 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), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Savana (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF Daffodil. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Savana weights approximately 1895 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, 2012 GMC Savana (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 399 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF Daffodil.

Compare all specifications:

1962 DAF Daffodil 2012 GMC Savana
Make DAF GMC
Model Daffodil Savana
Year Released 1962 2012
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 310 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 53 Nm 452 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Flex Fuel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Vehicle Weight 665 kg 2560 kg
Vehicle Length 3620 mm 5692 mm
Vehicle Width 1450 mm 2012 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 2126 mm
Wheelbase Size 2060 mm 3429 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 33 L 117 L


 

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