2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1962 DAF Daffodil

To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 46 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 6,162 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 404 more horse power than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1962 DAF Daffodil. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 596 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, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 522 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 DAF Daffodil. (53 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 DAF Daffodil.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Chevrolet Corvette 1962 DAF Daffodil
Make Chevrolet DAF
Model Corvette Daffodil
Year Released 2008 1962
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6162 cc 746 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 2 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 430 HP 26 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 575 Nm 53 Nm
Torque RPM 4600 RPM 2800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.7:1 7.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1261 kg 665 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 3620 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1450 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2690 mm 2060 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 33 L