1975 DAF 66 vs. 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider
To start off, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider is newer by 23 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 3,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1975 DAF 66. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider should accelerate faster than 1975 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider weights approximately 864 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, 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider (363 Nm) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 DAF 66. (75 Nm). This means 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 DAF 66 | 1998 Ferrari 355 Spider | |
| Make | DAF | Ferrari |
| Model | 66 | 355 Spider |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 3494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 8250 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 826 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 110 L |
