1972 DAF 66 vs. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire
To start off, 1972 DAF 66 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire would be higher. At 3,531 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (215 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1972 DAF 66. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire should accelerate faster than 1972 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire weights approximately 471 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 Oldsmobile Jetfire (408 Nm) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 DAF 66. (75 Nm). This means 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 DAF 66 | 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire | |
| Make | DAF | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 66 | Jetfire |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 3531 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 71.1 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 826 kg | 1297 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 60 L |
