1958 BMW 501 vs. 1960 DAF 600
To start off, 1960 DAF 600 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 BMW 501. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 BMW 501 would be higher. At 3,168 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 BMW 501 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 BMW 501 (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1960 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 BMW 501 should accelerate faster than 1960 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 BMW 501 weights approximately 775 kg more than 1960 DAF 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 BMW 501 (222 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 DAF 600. (46 Nm). This means 1958 BMW 501 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 BMW 501 | 1960 DAF 600 | |
| Make | BMW | DAF |
| Model | 501 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3168 cc | 590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 46 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2060 mm |
