1974 DAF 66 vs. 2007 Morgan Aero 8
To start off, 2007 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 33 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 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1974 DAF 66. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1974 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Morgan Aero 8 weights approximately 392 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, 2007 Morgan Aero 8 (430 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 DAF 66 | 2007 Morgan Aero 8 | |
| Make | DAF | Morgan |
| Model | 66 | Aero 8 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 4398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 828 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1100 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
