1995 BMW 528 vs. 1974 DAF 66
To start off, 1995 BMW 528 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 DAF 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 DAF 66 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 BMW 528 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 528 (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1974 DAF 66. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 528 should accelerate faster than 1974 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 528 weights approximately 752 kg more than 1974 DAF 66. 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, 1995 BMW 528 (279 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1995 BMW 528 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 528 | 1974 DAF 66 | |
| Make | BMW | DAF |
| Model | 528 | 66 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |
