1973 DAF 66 vs. 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 21 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 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1973 DAF 66. (46 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1973 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 932 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, 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL (271 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 DAF 66 | 1994 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | DAF | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 66 | SL |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 73.5 mm |
| 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 | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 80 L |
