1975 DAF 66 vs. 1988 Ferrari 412 GT
To start off, 1988 Ferrari 412 GT is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 DAF 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 DAF 66 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (12 cylinders), 1988 Ferrari 412 GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1975 DAF 66. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 1975 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 1059 kg more than 1975 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, 1988 Ferrari 412 GT (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1988 Ferrari 412 GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 DAF 66 | 1988 Ferrari 412 GT | |
| Make | DAF | Ferrari |
| Model | 66 | 412 GT |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 826 kg | 1885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 120 L |
