1961 DAF 600 vs. 2013 BMW 7 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 7 Series is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 DAF 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 DAF 600 would be higher. At 4,395 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 BMW 7 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 7 Series (439 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 420 more horse power than 1961 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 7 Series should accelerate faster than 1961 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 7 Series weights approximately 1522 kg more than 1961 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, 2013 BMW 7 Series (651 Nm) has 606 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 DAF 600. (45 Nm). This means 2013 BMW 7 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 DAF 600 | 2013 BMW 7 Series | |
| Make | DAF | BMW |
| Model | 600 | 7 Series |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 590 cc | 4395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 19 HP | 439 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 651 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 65 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 2152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 5074 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2134 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 28 L | 80 L |
