2009 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1974 DAF 66
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 35 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 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1974 DAF 66. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1974 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 721 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, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Silverado | 1974 DAF 66 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | DAF |
| Model | Silverado | 66 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 42 L |
