1974 DAF 66 vs. 1954 Daimler Conquest
To start off, 1974 DAF 66 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Daimler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Daimler Conquest would be higher. At 2,433 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Daimler Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Daimler Conquest (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1974 DAF 66. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Daimler Conquest should accelerate faster than 1974 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Daimler Conquest weights approximately 601 kg more than 1974 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, 1954 Daimler Conquest (176 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1954 Daimler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
1974 DAF 66 | 1954 Daimler Conquest | |
Make | DAF | Daimler |
Model | 66 | Conquest |
Year Released | 1974 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2433 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 76.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 7.8:1 |
Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 828 kg | 1429 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2650 mm |