1972 DAF 66 vs. 1984 De Tomaso Deauville
To start off, 1984 De Tomaso Deauville is newer by 12 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 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 De Tomaso Deauville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 De Tomaso Deauville (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1972 DAF 66. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 De Tomaso Deauville should accelerate faster than 1972 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 De Tomaso Deauville weights approximately 1114 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, 1984 De Tomaso Deauville (450 Nm) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 DAF 66. (75 Nm). This means 1984 De Tomaso Deauville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 DAF 66 | 1984 De Tomaso Deauville | |
| Make | DAF | De Tomaso |
| Model | 66 | Deauville |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 826 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2610 mm |
