1959 DAF 600 vs. 2012 BMW 118
To start off, 2012 BMW 118 is newer by 53 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 118 (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1959 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1959 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 118 weights approximately 920 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, 2012 BMW 118 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DAF 600. (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
1959 DAF 600 | 2012 BMW 118 | |
Make | DAF | BMW |
Model | 600 | 118 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 590 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 19 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 51 L |