2005 Cadillac STS vs. 1972 DAF 66
To start off, 2005 Cadillac STS is newer by 33 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 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac STS (321 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1972 DAF 66. (46 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1972 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac STS weights approximately 991 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, 2005 Cadillac STS (427 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac STS | 1972 DAF 66 | |
| Make | Cadillac | DAF |
| Model | STS | 66 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 1106 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1817 kg | 826 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 42 L |
