1972 DAF 66 vs. 1985 Maserati 420
To start off, 1985 Maserati 420 is newer by 13 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Maserati 420 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1972 DAF 66. (46 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1972 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Maserati 420 weights approximately 356 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, 1985 Maserati 420 (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1985 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 DAF 66 | 1985 Maserati 420 | |
| Make | DAF | Maserati |
| Model | 66 | 420 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 826 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2610 mm |
