1974 DAF 66 vs. 1961 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia
To start off, 1974 DAF 66 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia would be higher. At 1,285 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 DAF 66 (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1961 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. (43 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 DAF 66 should accelerate faster than 1961 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia weights approximately 12 kg more than 1974 DAF 66.
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, 1961 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia (87 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1961 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 DAF 66 | 1961 Volkswagen Karmann-Ghia | |
| Make | DAF | Volkswagen |
| Model | 66 | Karmann-Ghia |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 1285 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 828 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 40 L |
