1975 DAF 66 vs. 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward
To start off, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward is newer by 25 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 5,379 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1975 DAF 66. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward should accelerate faster than 1975 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward weights approximately 1624 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, 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward (499 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 DAF 66 | 2000 Rolls-Royce Park Ward | |
| Make | DAF | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | 66 | Park Ward |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 5379 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 499 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 826 kg | 2450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 100 L |
