1977 Bristol 412 vs. 1974 DAF 66
To start off, 1977 Bristol 412 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 DAF 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 DAF 66 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Bristol 412 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Bristol 412 (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1974 DAF 66. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Bristol 412 should accelerate faster than 1974 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Bristol 412 weights approximately 862 kg more than 1974 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, 1977 Bristol 412 (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1977 Bristol 412 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Bristol 412 | 1974 DAF 66 | |
| Make | Bristol | DAF |
| Model | 412 | 66 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2270 mm |
