1990 BMW M3 vs. 1959 DAF 600
To start off, 1990 BMW M3 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 DAF 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 DAF 600 would be higher. At 2,467 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 BMW M3 (238 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 219 more horse power than 1959 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 1959 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 BMW M3 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1959 DAF 600. 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, 1990 BMW M3 (240 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DAF 600. (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1990 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
1990 BMW M3 | 1959 DAF 600 | |
Make | BMW | DAF |
Model | M3 | 600 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2467 cc | 590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 45 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95.1 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 87 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 7.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 3610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2060 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 28 L |