1974 DAF 66 vs. 1966 Jaguar MK X
To start off, 1974 DAF 66 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Jaguar MK X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jaguar MK X (252 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1974 DAF 66. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar MK X should accelerate faster than 1974 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 1068 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, 1966 Jaguar MK X (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar MK X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 DAF 66 | 1966 Jaguar MK X | |
| Make | DAF | Jaguar |
| Model | 66 | MK X |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 828 kg | 1896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 63 L |
