1972 DAF 66 vs. 1999 Honda S2000
To start off, 1999 Honda S2000 is newer by 27 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda S2000 (238 HP @ 8600 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1972 DAF 66. (46 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1972 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda S2000 weights approximately 439 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, 1999 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1999 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
1972 DAF 66 | 1999 Honda S2000 | |
Make | DAF | Honda |
Model | 66 | S2000 |
Year Released | 1972 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1106 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 46 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8600 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 208 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 86.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 83.8 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 826 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 58 L |