1973 DAF 66 vs. 1995 Ford Thunderbird
To start off, 1995 Ford Thunderbird is newer by 22 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 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Thunderbird (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1973 DAF 66. (46 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1973 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 776 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, 1995 Ford Thunderbird (447 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 DAF 66 | 1995 Ford Thunderbird | |
| Make | DAF | Ford |
| Model | 66 | Thunderbird |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 3797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 96.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 828 kg | 1604 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2950 mm |
