1973 DAF 66 vs. 1967 Mercury Montclair
To start off, 1973 DAF 66 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Montclair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Montclair would be higher. At 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Montclair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Montclair (267 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1973 DAF 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Montclair should accelerate faster than 1973 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Montclair weights approximately 520 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Mercury Montclair (546 Nm) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 DAF 66. (99 Nm). This means 1967 Mercury Montclair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 DAF 66 | 1967 Mercury Montclair | |
| Make | DAF | Mercury |
| Model | 66 | Montclair |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 6393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 546 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3130 mm |
