1975 DAF 66 vs. 2001 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 2001 TVR Cerbera is newer by 26 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 4,185 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 TVR Cerbera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 TVR Cerbera (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1975 DAF 66. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1975 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 TVR Cerbera weights approximately 299 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, 2001 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 359 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2001 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 DAF 66 | 2001 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | DAF | TVR |
| Model | 66 | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 4185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| 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 | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2580 mm |
