1998 BMW 730 vs. 1972 DAF 66
To start off, 1998 BMW 730 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 DAF 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 DAF 66 would be higher. At 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 BMW 730 (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 144 more horse power than 1972 DAF 66. (46 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 1972 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 BMW 730 weights approximately 919 kg more than 1972 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, 1998 BMW 730 (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1998 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 BMW 730 | 1972 DAF 66 | |
| Make | BMW | DAF |
| Model | 730 | 66 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1106 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 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 Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 826 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 42 L |
