1999 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1974 DAF 66
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 25 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1974 DAF 66. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1974 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 722 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, 1999 Chevrolet Camaro (468 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Camaro | 1974 DAF 66 | |
Make | Chevrolet | DAF |
Model | Camaro | 66 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 45 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 468 Nm | 75 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 828 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 42 L |