1974 DAF 66 vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (345 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1974 DAF 66. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1974 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (390 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
1974 DAF 66 | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
Make | DAF | Porsche |
Model | 66 | 911 |
Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 345 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
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 | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1808 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1311 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 64 L |