1992 BMW 850 vs. 1973 DAF 66
To start off, 1992 BMW 850 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 DAF 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 DAF 66 would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 BMW 850 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 BMW 850 (295 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 249 more horse power than 1973 DAF 66. (46 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 BMW 850 should accelerate faster than 1973 DAF 66.
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, 1992 BMW 850 (447 Nm) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 DAF 66. (75 Nm). This means 1992 BMW 850 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 BMW 850 | 1973 DAF 66 | |
| Make | BMW | DAF |
| Model | 850 | 66 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 42 L |
