2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 1962 DAF Daffodil
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 43 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF Daffodil. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 1213 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, 2005 Chrysler 300 (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 472 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF Daffodil.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 1962 DAF Daffodil | |
| Make | Chrysler | DAF |
| Model | 300 | Daffodil |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 105 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 33 L |
