2001 BMW 320 vs. 1975 DAF 66
To start off, 2001 BMW 320 is newer by 26 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 2,171 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW 320 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 320 (170 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1975 DAF 66. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 1975 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 320 weights approximately 830 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, 2001 BMW 320 (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2001 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 320 | 1975 DAF 66 | |
| Make | BMW | DAF |
| Model | 320 | 66 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 1106 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 826 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 42 L |
