1974 DAF 66 vs. 1984 Ferrari Testarossa
To start off, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa is newer by 10 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 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1984 Ferrari Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa (386 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 341 more horse power than 1974 DAF 66. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1974 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ferrari Testarossa weights approximately 678 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, 1984 Ferrari Testarossa (490 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 415 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1984 Ferrari Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 DAF 66 | 1984 Ferrari Testarossa | |
| Make | DAF | Ferrari |
| Model | 66 | Testarossa |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 386 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 490 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 275 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 828 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1980 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 115 L |
