1959 DAF 600 vs. 2008 BMW 316
To start off, 2008 BMW 316 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 DAF 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 DAF 600 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 316 (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1959 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 316 should accelerate faster than 1959 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 316 weights approximately 745 kg more than 1959 DAF 600. 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, 2008 BMW 316 (176 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DAF 600. (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 DAF 600 | 2008 BMW 316 | |
| Make | DAF | BMW |
| Model | 600 | 316 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 63 L |
