1982 BMW 318 vs. 1966 DAF 44
To start off, 1982 BMW 318 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 DAF 44 would be higher. At 1,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 BMW 318 (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1966 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1966 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 BMW 318 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1966 DAF 44. 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, 1982 BMW 318 (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 DAF 44. (71 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1982 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 BMW 318 | 1966 DAF 44 | |
| Make | BMW | DAF |
| Model | 318 | 44 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1765 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2260 mm |
