1966 DAF 44 vs. 1987 Ford Falcon
To start off, 1987 Ford Falcon is newer by 21 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 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Falcon (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1966 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1966 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Falcon weights approximately 630 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, 1987 Ford Falcon (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 DAF 44. (71 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 DAF 44 | 1987 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | DAF | Ford |
| Model | 44 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 3273 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 740 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2840 mm |
