1998 BMW 318 vs. 1959 DAF 600
To start off, 1998 BMW 318 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 DAF 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 DAF 600 would be higher. At 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 318 (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1959 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1959 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 318 weights approximately 765 kg more than 1959 DAF 600. 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, 1998 BMW 318 (180 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DAF 600. (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 318 | 1959 DAF 600 | |
| Make | BMW | DAF |
| Model | 318 | 600 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1895 cc | 590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.5 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 7.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 28 L |
