1974 DAF 66 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 36 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 460 more horse power than 1974 DAF 66. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1974 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 612 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, 2010 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 562 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 DAF 66 | 2010 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | DAF | Chevrolet |
| Model | 66 | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 505 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 828 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1237 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 68 L |
