1974 DAF 66 vs. 1996 Ferrari 550
To start off, 1996 Ferrari 550 is newer by 22 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 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ferrari 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ferrari 550 (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 440 more horse power than 1974 DAF 66. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ferrari 550 should accelerate faster than 1974 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ferrari 550 weights approximately 862 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, 1996 Ferrari 550 (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 493 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1996 Ferrari 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
1974 DAF 66 | 1996 Ferrari 550 | |
Make | DAF | Ferrari |
Model | 66 | 550 |
Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 5474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 485 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 568 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 320 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 828 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 114 L |