1971 BMW Touring vs. 1973 DAF 66
To start off, 1973 DAF 66 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 BMW Touring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 BMW Touring would be higher. At 1,573 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 BMW Touring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 BMW Touring (85 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1973 DAF 66. (46 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 BMW Touring should accelerate faster than 1973 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 BMW Touring weights approximately 202 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, 1971 BMW Touring (130 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1971 BMW Touring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 BMW Touring | 1973 DAF 66 | |
| Make | BMW | DAF |
| Model | Touring | 66 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1573 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2270 mm |
