2009 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1972 DAF 66
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 37 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 6,199 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (430 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 384 more horse power than 1972 DAF 66. (46 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1972 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 440 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (575 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | 1972 DAF 66 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | DAF |
| Model | Corvette | 66 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6199 cc | 1106 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.3 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 826 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 42 L |
