1971 BMW 3 vs. 1972 DAF 44
To start off, 1972 DAF 44 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW 3 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 BMW 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW 3 (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1972 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW 3 should accelerate faster than 1972 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW 3 weights approximately 624 kg more than 1972 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, 1971 BMW 3 (255 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1971 BMW 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW 3 | 1972 DAF 44 | |
| Make | BMW | DAF |
| Model | 3 | 44 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2260 mm |
