1999 BMW M5 vs. 1972 DAF 66
To start off, 1999 BMW M5 is newer by 27 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 4,900 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW M5 (401 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1972 DAF 66. (46 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1972 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW M5 weights approximately 784 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, 1999 BMW M5 (499 Nm) has 424 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 DAF 66. (75 Nm). This means 1999 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW M5 | 1972 DAF 66 | |
| Make | BMW | DAF |
| Model | M5 | 66 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4900 cc | 1106 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 401 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 499 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 826 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |
