1972 DAF 66 vs. 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1972 DAF 66 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 6,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado (385 HP) has 340 more horse power than 1972 DAF 66. (45 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1972 DAF 66.
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, 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado (644 Nm) has 569 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 DAF 66. (75 Nm). This means 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 DAF 66 | 1969 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | DAF | Oldsmobile |
| Model | 66 | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 6967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 385 HP |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 644 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 104.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 101 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3030 mm |
