1977 BMW 728 vs. 1972 DAF 66
To start off, 1977 BMW 728 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 DAF 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 DAF 66 would be higher. At 2,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 BMW 728 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 BMW 728 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1972 DAF 66. (46 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 BMW 728 should accelerate faster than 1972 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 BMW 728 weights approximately 710 kg more than 1972 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, 1977 BMW 728 (235 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1977 BMW 728 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 BMW 728 | 1972 DAF 66 | |
| Make | BMW | DAF |
| Model | 728 | 66 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2788 cc | 1106 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 826 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 42 L |
