1975 BMW 320 vs. 1968 DAF 44
To start off, 1975 BMW 320 is newer by 7 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 1,990 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 BMW 320 (109 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 BMW 320 weights approximately 365 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, 1975 BMW 320 (157 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1975 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 BMW 320 | 1968 DAF 44 | |
| Make | BMW | DAF |
| Model | 320 | 44 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1990 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.1:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2260 mm |
