1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1962 DAF Daffodil
To start off, 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is newer by 5 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 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (146 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF Daffodil. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III weights approximately 515 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, 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF Daffodil.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 1962 DAF Daffodil | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | DAF |
| Model | 3000 Mk III | Daffodil |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 146 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 105 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 33 L |
