1998 BMW 325 vs. 1968 DAF 44
To start off, 1998 BMW 325 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 DAF 44 would be higher. At 2,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 325 (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1968 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1968 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 325 weights approximately 679 kg more than 1968 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, 1998 BMW 325 (220 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 DAF 44. (65 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 325 | 1968 DAF 44 | |
| Make | BMW | DAF |
| Model | 325 | 44 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2498 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1434 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2260 mm |
