1978 BMW 520 vs. 1967 DAF 44
To start off, 1978 BMW 520 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 DAF 44 would be higher. At 1,951 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 BMW 520 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 BMW 520 (135 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 BMW 520 should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 BMW 520 weights approximately 885 kg more than 1967 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, 1978 BMW 520 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1978 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 BMW 520 | 1967 DAF 44 | |
| Make | BMW | DAF |
| Model | 520 | 44 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1951 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 72 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2260 mm |
