1973 DAF 66 vs. 1973 Ferrari 246
To start off, both 1973 DAF 66 and 1973 Ferrari 246 were released in the same year (1973). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Ferrari 246 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Ferrari 246 (196 HP) has 150 more horse power than 1973 DAF 66. (46 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Ferrari 246 should accelerate faster than 1973 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Ferrari 246 weights approximately 252 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, 1973 Ferrari 246 (226 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 DAF 66. (75 Nm). This means 1973 Ferrari 246 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
1973 DAF 66 | 1973 Ferrari 246 | |
Make | DAF | Ferrari |
Model | 66 | 246 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2418 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 46 HP | 196 HP |
Torque | 75 Nm | 226 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 92.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 59.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 828 kg | 1080 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1120 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2350 mm |