2006 BMW 745 vs. 1973 DAF 66
To start off, 2006 BMW 745 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 DAF 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 DAF 66 would be higher. At 4,423 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1973 DAF 66. (46 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1973 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 745 weights approximately 1287 kg more than 1973 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 745 (700 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 625 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 745 | 1973 DAF 66 | |
| Make | BMW | DAF |
| Model | 745 | 66 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4423 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 700 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 42 L |
