2009 BMW 120 vs. 1973 DAF 66
To start off, 2009 BMW 120 is newer by 36 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 120 (168 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1973 DAF 66. (46 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 120 should accelerate faster than 1973 DAF 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 120 weights approximately 697 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, 2009 BMW 120 (210 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 DAF 66. (75 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 DAF 66.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 120 | 1973 DAF 66 | |
| Make | BMW | DAF |
| Model | 120 | 66 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 46 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 828 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 42 L |
