1988 BMW 525 vs. 1968 DAF 44
To start off, 1988 BMW 525 is newer by 20 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 2,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 BMW 525 (165 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 BMW 525 weights approximately 850 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, 1988 BMW 525 (239 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1988 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 BMW 525 | 1968 DAF 44 | |
| Make | BMW | DAF |
| Model | 525 | 44 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2441 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 239 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2260 mm |
