1996 BMW 530 vs. 1967 DAF 44
To start off, 1996 BMW 530 is newer by 29 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 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 530 (193 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 530 weights approximately 730 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, 1996 BMW 530 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 530 | 1967 DAF 44 | |
| Make | BMW | DAF |
| Model | 530 | 44 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1967 |
| 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 | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 72 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2260 mm |
