1972 DAF 66 vs. 1989 Ferrari 208
To start off, 1989 Ferrari 208 is newer by 17 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 1,991 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Ferrari 208 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ferrari 208 (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1972 DAF 66. (46 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ferrari 208 should accelerate faster than 1972 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ferrari 208 weights approximately 404 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, 1989 Ferrari 208 (328 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1989 Ferrari 208 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 DAF 66 | 1989 Ferrari 208 | |
| Make | DAF | Ferrari |
| Model | 66 | 208 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 66.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 7.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 826 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 120 L |
