2003 AC Cobra vs. 1972 DAF 66
To start off, 2003 AC Cobra is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 DAF 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 DAF 66 would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 AC Cobra (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1972 DAF 66. (46 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1972 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 AC Cobra weights approximately 236 kg more than 1972 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, 2003 AC Cobra (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2003 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 AC Cobra | 1972 DAF 66 | |
| Make | AC | DAF |
| Model | Cobra | 66 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1106 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 826 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2260 mm |
