2005 BMW 645 vs. 1966 DAF 44
To start off, 2005 BMW 645 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 DAF 44 would be higher. At 4,392 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 645 (326 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1966 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 645 should accelerate faster than 1966 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 645 weights approximately 1155 kg more than 1966 DAF 44. 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, 2005 BMW 645 (447 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 DAF 44. (71 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 645 | 1966 DAF 44 | |
| Make | BMW | DAF |
| Model | 645 | 44 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 114 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2260 mm |
