1962 DAF Daffodil vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 51 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 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 6 series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (437 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 411 more horse power than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF Daffodil. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 6 series weights approximately 1424 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.
Because 2013 BMW 6 series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 DAF Daffodil. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (649 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 596 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF Daffodil.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DAF Daffodil | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | DAF | BMW |
| Model | Daffodil | 6 series |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 437 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 649 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 10.0 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 665 kg | 2089 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2081 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 70 L |
