1974 DAF 66 vs. 1979 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1979 Ferrari 400 is newer by 5 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 4,823 cc (12 cylinders), 1979 Ferrari 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ferrari 400 (306 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1974 DAF 66. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1974 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 1002 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, 1979 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 DAF 66. (75 Nm). This means 1979 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 DAF 66 | 1979 Ferrari 400 | |
| Make | DAF | Ferrari |
| Model | 66 | 400 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 4823 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 78 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 828 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 120 L |
