1994 BMW 840 vs. 1967 DAF 44
To start off, 1994 BMW 840 is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 DAF 44 would be higher. At 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 BMW 840 weights approximately 985 kg more than 1967 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, 1994 BMW 840 (400 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 840 | 1967 DAF 44 | |
| Make | BMW | DAF |
| Model | 840 | 44 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | 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 | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 33 L |
