1973 DAF 66 vs. 1982 Ferrari 308
To start off, 1982 Ferrari 308 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 DAF 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 DAF 66 would be higher. At 2,927 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Ferrari 308 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Ferrari 308 (239 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1973 DAF 66. (46 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Ferrari 308 should accelerate faster than 1973 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Ferrari 308 weights approximately 458 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, 1982 Ferrari 308 (265 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1982 Ferrari 308 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 DAF 66 | 1982 Ferrari 308 | |
| Make | DAF | Ferrari |
| Model | 66 | 308 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2927 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 828 kg | 1286 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1130 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 74 L |
