1996 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1973 DAF 66
To start off, 1996 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 DAF 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 DAF 66 would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Buick Roadmaster (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1973 DAF 66. (46 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1973 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 1022 kg more than 1973 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, 1996 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1996 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Buick Roadmaster | 1973 DAF 66 | |
Make | Buick | DAF |
Model | Roadmaster | 66 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 46 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 75 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 828 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2270 mm |