1995 BMW 840 vs. 1973 DAF 66
To start off, 1995 BMW 840 is newer by 22 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 3,982 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1973 DAF 66. (56 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 1973 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 BMW 840 weights approximately 900 kg more than 1973 DAF 66. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1995 BMW 840 (400 Nm) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 DAF 66. (99 Nm). This means 1995 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 840 | 1973 DAF 66 | |
| Make | BMW | DAF |
| Model | 840 | 66 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3982 cc | 1289 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 56 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 840 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 | 32 L |
