1972 DAF 66 vs. 1973 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 1973 Vauxhall Victor is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 DAF 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 DAF 66 would be higher. At 3,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Vauxhall Victor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Vauxhall Victor (140 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1972 DAF 66. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Vauxhall Victor should accelerate faster than 1972 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Vauxhall Victor weights approximately 444 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, 1973 Vauxhall Victor (251 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 DAF 66. (75 Nm). This means 1973 Vauxhall Victor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 DAF 66 | 1973 Vauxhall Victor | |
| Make | DAF | Vauxhall |
| Model | 66 | Victor |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 3294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 82.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 826 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2670 mm |
