2003 BMW 545 vs. 1967 DAF 44
To start off, 2003 BMW 545 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 DAF 44 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 545 weights approximately 920 kg more than 1967 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, 2003 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 BMW 545 | 1967 DAF 44 | |
| Make | BMW | DAF |
| Model | 545 | 44 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 72 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2260 mm |
