1946 Daimler DE 36 vs. 1960 Suzuki Light
To start off, 1960 Suzuki Light is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Daimler DE 36. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Daimler DE 36 would be higher. At 5,459 cc (8 cylinders), 1946 Daimler DE 36 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1946 Daimler DE 36 (150 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1960 Suzuki Light. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1946 Daimler DE 36 should accelerate faster than 1960 Suzuki Light. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Daimler DE 36 weights approximately 2153 kg more than 1960 Suzuki Light. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1946 Daimler DE 36 (342 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Suzuki Light. (34 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1946 Daimler DE 36 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Suzuki Light.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Daimler DE 36 | 1960 Suzuki Light | |
| Make | Daimler | Suzuki |
| Model | DE 36 | Light |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1960 |
| Engine Size | 5459 cc | 358 cc |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2693 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3740 mm | 2010 mm |
