2007 BMW 525 vs. 1967 DAF 44
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 40 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 5,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (216 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1967 DAF 44. (43 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1967 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 710 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, 2007 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 DAF 44. (80 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 525 | 1967 DAF 44 | |
| Make | BMW | DAF |
| Model | 525 | 44 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5497 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2260 mm |
