2003 BMW 730 vs. 1962 DAF Daffodil
To start off, 2003 BMW 730 is newer by 41 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 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 730 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF Daffodil. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 730 weights approximately 1125 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, 2003 BMW 730 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF Daffodil.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 730 | 1962 DAF Daffodil | |
| Make | BMW | DAF |
| Model | 730 | Daffodil |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 33 L |
