1992 Chrysler Viper vs. 1962 DAF Daffodil
To start off, 1992 Chrysler Viper is newer by 30 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 7,986 cc (10 cylinders), 1992 Chrysler Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chrysler Viper (389 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chrysler Viper should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF Daffodil. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chrysler Viper weights approximately 925 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, 1992 Chrysler Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 567 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1992 Chrysler Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF Daffodil.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chrysler Viper | 1962 DAF Daffodil | |
| Make | Chrysler | DAF |
| Model | Viper | Daffodil |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7986 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 389 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2060 mm |
