1992 BMW 540 vs. 1968 DAF 44
To start off, 1992 BMW 540 is newer by 24 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 3,980 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 BMW 540 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 540 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 540 should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 BMW 540 weights approximately 895 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, 1992 BMW 540 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1992 BMW 540 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 540 | 1968 DAF 44 | |
| Make | BMW | DAF |
| Model | 540 | 44 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3980 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 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 |
