2006 BMW 525 vs. 1967 DAF 44
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 39 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 1967 DAF 44 | |
| Make | BMW | DAF |
| Model | 525 | 44 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2260 mm |
