1974 DAF 66 vs. 2004 Ford Five Hundred
To start off, 2004 Ford Five Hundred is newer by 30 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 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Five Hundred is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1974 DAF 66. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred should accelerate faster than 1974 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Five Hundred weights approximately 902 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.
Because 2004 Ford Five Hundred is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 DAF 66. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Five Hundred will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Ford Five Hundred (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Five Hundred will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 DAF 66 | 2004 Ford Five Hundred | |
| Make | DAF | Ford |
| Model | 66 | Five Hundred |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 828 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 72 L |
