1963 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1962 DAF Daffodil
To start off, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 1 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 5,353 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 274 more horse power than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF Daffodil. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 710 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, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1963 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF Daffodil.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Chevrolet Corvette | 1962 DAF Daffodil | |
Make | Chevrolet | DAF |
Model | Corvette | Daffodil |
Year Released | 1963 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5353 cc | 746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 53 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 85.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 3620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2060 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 33 L |