1996 BMW 325 vs. 1962 DAF Daffodil
To start off, 1996 BMW 325 is newer by 34 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 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 325 (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF Daffodil. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 325 weights approximately 720 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, 1996 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF Daffodil.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 325 | 1962 DAF Daffodil | |
| Make | BMW | DAF |
| Model | 325 | Daffodil |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 665 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1450 mm |
