1973 DAF 66 vs. 2012 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 Ford Falcon is newer by 39 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 3,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Falcon (261 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1973 DAF 66. (46 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1973 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Falcon weights approximately 876 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, 2012 Ford Falcon (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 DAF 66 | 2012 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | DAF | Ford |
| Model | 66 | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 828 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 68 L |
