1966 BMW 1600 vs. 1973 DAF 66
To start off, 1973 DAF 66 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 BMW 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 BMW 1600 would be higher. At 1,574 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 BMW 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 BMW 1600 (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1973 DAF 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 BMW 1600 should accelerate faster than 1973 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 BMW 1600 weights approximately 80 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 BMW 1600 (124 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 DAF 66. (99 Nm). This means 1966 BMW 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 BMW 1600 | 1973 DAF 66 | |
| Make | BMW | DAF |
| Model | 1600 | 66 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1574 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 77 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 32 L |
