1974 DAF 66 vs. 2003 Ford Mustang
To start off, 2003 Ford Mustang is newer by 29 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 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1974 DAF 66. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1974 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Mustang weights approximately 652 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, 2003 Ford Mustang (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 481 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 DAF 66 | 2003 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | DAF | Ford |
| Model | 66 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 556 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 828 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 68 L |
