1975 DAF 66 vs. 1996 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 1996 Venturi Atlantique is newer by 21 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 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Venturi Atlantique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Venturi Atlantique (277 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1975 DAF 66. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 1975 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Venturi Atlantique weights approximately 424 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, 1996 Venturi Atlantique (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1996 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
1975 DAF 66 | 1996 Venturi Atlantique | |
Make | DAF | Venturi |
Model | 66 | Atlantique |
Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1106 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 72.9 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 826 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1190 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2510 mm |