1999 BMW 323 vs. 1975 DAF 66
To start off, 1999 BMW 323 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 DAF 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 DAF 66 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 BMW 323 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 323 (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1975 DAF 66. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 1975 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW 323 weights approximately 631 kg more than 1975 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, 1999 BMW 323 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1999 BMW 323 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW 323 | 1975 DAF 66 | |
| Make | BMW | DAF |
| Model | 323 | 66 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1106 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1457 kg | 826 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 42 L |
