1946 Daimler DE 36 vs. 1972 Ford Torino
To start off, 1972 Ford Torino is newer by 26 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 6,555 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Torino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Torino (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1946 Daimler DE 36. (150 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Torino 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 701 kg more than 1972 Ford Torino.
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, 1972 Ford Torino (403 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Daimler DE 36. (342 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Torino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Daimler DE 36. 1972 Ford Torino has automatic transmission and 1946 Daimler DE 36 has manual transmission. 1946 Daimler DE 36 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Ford Torino will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Daimler DE 36 | 1972 Ford Torino | |
| Make | Daimler | Ford |
| Model | DE 36 | Torino |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5459 cc | 6555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 101.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 120 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.3:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2693 kg | 1992 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3740 mm | 3000 mm |
