1974 DAF 66 vs. 1996 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1974 DAF 66. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1974 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 1222 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 Mercedes-Benz C (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1996 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 DAF 66 | 1996 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | DAF | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 66 | C |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 222 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 828 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 62 L |
