2006 BMW 550 vs. 1962 DAF Daffodil
To start off, 2006 BMW 550 is newer by 44 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 4,801 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 550 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF Daffodil.
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, 2006 BMW 550 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF Daffodil.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 550 | 1962 DAF Daffodil | |
| Make | BMW | DAF |
| Model | 550 | Daffodil |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4801 cc | 746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 53 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 33 L |
