1973 DAF 66 vs. 2009 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2009 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 36 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lincoln Town Car (239 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1973 DAF 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1973 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 1137 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, 2009 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 DAF 66. (99 Nm). This means 2009 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 DAF 66 | 2009 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | DAF | Lincoln |
| Model | 66 | Town Car |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1977 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 3150 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 32 L | 72 L |
