1972 DAF 66 vs. 2009 Honda S2000
To start off, 2009 Honda S2000 is newer by 37 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 2,157 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Honda S2000 (237 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1972 DAF 66. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1972 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda S2000 weights approximately 658 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, 2009 Honda S2000 (220 Nm) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 DAF 66. (75 Nm). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Honda S2000 | |
| Make | DAF | Honda |
| Model | 66 | S2000 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2157 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 96.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 826 kg | 1484 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 50 L |
