2006 BMW 530 vs. 1974 DAF 66
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 DAF 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 DAF 66 would be higher. At 2,993 cc, 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1974 DAF 66. (45 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 1974 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 1007 kg more than 1974 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, 2006 BMW 530 (480 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 530 | 1974 DAF 66 | |
| Make | BMW | DAF |
| Model | 530 | 66 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1108 cc |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |
