1962 BMW 1500 vs. 1973 DAF 66
To start off, 1973 DAF 66 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 BMW 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 BMW 1500 would be higher. At 1,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 BMW 1500 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 BMW 1500 (80 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1973 DAF 66. (46 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 BMW 1500 should accelerate faster than 1973 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 BMW 1500 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1973 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, 1962 BMW 1500 (118 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1962 BMW 1500 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
1962 BMW 1500 | 1973 DAF 66 | |
Make | BMW | DAF |
Model | 1500 | 66 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1499 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 46 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 75 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 828 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2270 mm |