2007 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1972 DAF 66
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 35 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 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country (200 HP) has 154 more horse power than 1972 DAF 66. (46 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1972 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 983 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.
Because 1972 DAF 66 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 DAF 66. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Chrysler Town & Country (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler Town & Country | 1972 DAF 66 | |
| Make | Chrysler | DAF |
| Model | Town & Country | 66 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3298 cc | 1106 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 46 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1809 kg | 826 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 42 L |
