2009 BMW 335 vs. 1966 DAF 44
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 DAF 44. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 DAF 44 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 268 more horse power than 1966 DAF 44. (34 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 1966 DAF 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1966 DAF 44. 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 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 DAF 44. (71 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 DAF 44.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 1966 DAF 44 | |
| Make | BMW | DAF |
| Model | 335 | 44 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 844 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 71 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 7.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2260 mm |
