1972 DAF 66 vs. 1983 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1983 Lincoln Continental is newer by 11 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 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lincoln Continental (129 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1972 DAF 66. (46 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1972 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 774 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, 1983 Lincoln Continental (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1983 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 DAF 66 | 1983 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | DAF | Lincoln |
| Model | 66 | Continental |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 4940 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 826 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2760 mm |
