1968 DAF 44 vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 DAF 44 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (227 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 770 kg more than 1968 DAF 44. 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 3 Series (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 DAF 44 | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
| Make | DAF | BMW |
| Model | 44 | 3 Series |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 844 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.7 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1395 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2760 mm |
