1974 DAF 66 vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 DAF 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 DAF 66 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 251 more horse power than 1974 DAF 66. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 1974 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 1277 kg more than 1974 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
1974 DAF 66 | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | DAF | BMW |
Model | 66 | 5 Series |
Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 45 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 75 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.2 :1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 828 kg | 2105 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2132 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1559 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 3070 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |