1962 Cadillac DeVille vs. 1972 DAF 66
To start off, 1972 DAF 66 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Cadillac DeVille (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1972 DAF 66. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Cadillac DeVille should accelerate faster than 1972 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 1232 kg more than 1972 DAF 66. 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, 1962 Cadillac DeVille (582 Nm) has 507 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 DAF 66. (75 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac DeVille | 1972 DAF 66 | |
| Make | Cadillac | DAF |
| Model | DeVille | 66 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2058 kg | 826 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 42 L |
