1972 DAF 66 vs. 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO
To start off, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO 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 2,855 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 349 more horse power than 1972 DAF 66. (46 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO should accelerate faster than 1972 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO weights approximately 399 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 Ferrari 288 GTO (506 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 DAF 66 | 1984 Ferrari 288 GTO | |
| Make | DAF | Ferrari |
| Model | 66 | 288 GTO |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 2855 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 506 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 826 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 120 L |
