1973 DAF 66 vs. 1964 Ferrari GTO
To start off, 1973 DAF 66 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Ferrari GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Ferrari GTO would be higher. At 2,953 cc (12 cylinders), 1964 Ferrari GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Ferrari GTO (301 HP @ 7700 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1973 DAF 66. (46 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Ferrari GTO should accelerate faster than 1973 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Ferrari GTO weights approximately 50 kg more than 1973 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, 1964 Ferrari GTO (255 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 DAF 66. (75 Nm). This means 1964 Ferrari GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 DAF 66 | 1964 Ferrari GTO | |
| Make | DAF | Ferrari |
| Model | 66 | GTO |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7700 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 58.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 828 kg | 878 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2410 mm |
