1962 DAF Daffodil vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (291 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF Daffodil. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 1355 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (385 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF Daffodil.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 DAF Daffodil | 2013 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | DAF | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Daffodil | S |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 53 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 11.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 105 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 665 kg | 2020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 5226 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2120 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1479 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 3165 mm |
