1974 DAF 66 vs. 1977 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 1977 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 DAF 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 DAF 66 would be higher. At 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Pontiac Firebird (145 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1974 DAF 66. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1974 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 768 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, 1977 Pontiac Firebird (324 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1977 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 DAF 66 | 1977 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | DAF | Pontiac |
| Model | 66 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 5012 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 324 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 828 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 76 L |
