1967 DAF Daffodil vs. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380
To start off, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 DAF Daffodil. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 DAF Daffodil would be higher. At 3,818 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 (218 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1967 DAF Daffodil. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF Daffodil. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 weights approximately 900 kg more than 1967 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.
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1967 DAF Daffodil | 1980 Mercedes-Benz 380 | |
Make | DAF | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Daffodil | 380 |
Year Released | 1967 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 745 cc | 3818 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 33 L | 90 L |