1975 DAF 66 vs. 2010 GMC Savana
To start off, 2010 GMC Savana is newer by 35 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 GMC Savana (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1975 DAF 66. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 GMC Savana should accelerate faster than 1975 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 GMC Savana weights approximately 1576 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, 2010 GMC Savana (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2010 GMC Savana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 DAF 66 | 2010 GMC Savana | |
| Make | DAF | GMC |
| Model | 66 | Savana |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1106 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 75 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 826 kg | 2402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 2073 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 117 L |
