2007 BMW M5 vs. 1959 DAF 600
To start off, 2007 BMW M5 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 DAF 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 DAF 600 would be higher. At 4,998 cc (10 cylinders), 2007 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 481 more horse power than 1959 DAF 600. (19 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 1959 DAF 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M5 weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1959 DAF 600. 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, 2007 BMW M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 475 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 DAF 600. (45 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 DAF 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M5 | 1959 DAF 600 | |
| Make | BMW | DAF |
| Model | M5 | 600 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4998 cc | 590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 19 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 45 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 7.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2060 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 28 L |
