1966 DAF 44 vs. 1983 Lincoln Mark VII
To start off, 1983 Lincoln Mark VII is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 DAF 44 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Lincoln Mark VII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lincoln Mark VII (138 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1966 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lincoln Mark VII should accelerate faster than 1966 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lincoln Mark VII weights approximately 910 kg more than 1966 DAF 44. 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, 1983 Lincoln Mark VII (346 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 DAF 44. (71 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1983 Lincoln Mark VII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 DAF 44 | 1983 Lincoln Mark VII | |
| Make | DAF | Lincoln |
| Model | 44 | Mark VII |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 346 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2760 mm |
