1946 Daimler DE 36 vs. 1967 Ferrari 365 California
To start off, 1967 Ferrari 365 California is newer by 21 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, 1967 Ferrari 365 California (317 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1946 Daimler DE 36. (150 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ferrari 365 California should accelerate faster than 1946 Daimler DE 36. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Daimler DE 36 weights approximately 1198 kg more than 1967 Ferrari 365 California.
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, 1967 Ferrari 365 California (363 Nm) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Daimler DE 36. (342 Nm). This means 1967 Ferrari 365 California will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Daimler DE 36.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Daimler DE 36 | 1967 Ferrari 365 California | |
| Make | Daimler | Ferrari |
| Model | DE 36 | 365 California |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5459 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 81.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 120 mm | 71 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2693 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3740 mm | 2650 mm |
