1985 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1966 DAF 44
To start off, 1985 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 DAF 44 would be higher. At 2,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Chevrolet Camaro (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1966 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1966 DAF 44.
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, 1985 Chevrolet Camaro (179 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 DAF 44. (71 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Chevrolet Camaro | 1966 DAF 44 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | DAF |
| Model | Camaro | 44 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2474 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2260 mm |
