1966 DAF Daffodil vs. 1967 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 1967 Mercury Montclair is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 DAF Daffodil. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 DAF Daffodil would be higher. At 6,989 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Montclair (340 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 314 more horse power than 1966 DAF Daffodil. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 1966 DAF Daffodil. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Montclair weights approximately 694 kg more than 1966 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 DAF Daffodil | 1967 Mercury Montclair | |
| Make | DAF | Mercury |
| Model | Daffodil | Montclair |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 6989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 666 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 3130 mm |
