1946 Daimler DE 27 vs. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 66 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Daimler DE 27. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Daimler DE 27 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1946 Daimler DE 27. (110 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1946 Daimler DE 27. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Daimler DE 27 weights approximately 51 kg more than 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport.
Because 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1946 Daimler DE 27. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will offer significantly more control. 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. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 1946 Daimler DE 27 has manual transmission. 1946 Daimler DE 27 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Daimler DE 27 | 2012 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
| Make | Daimler | Land Rover |
| Model | DE 27 | Range Rover Sport |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4095 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 132 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2540 kg | 2489 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4783 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1933 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3520 mm | 2743 mm |
