1946 Daimler DE 36 vs. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass is newer by 28 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 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1946 Daimler DE 36. (150 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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 1083 kg more than 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
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, 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Daimler DE 36. (342 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Daimler DE 36. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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. 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Daimler DE 36 | 1974 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
| Make | Daimler | Oldsmobile |
| Model | DE 36 | Cutlass |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5459 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 120 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2693 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3740 mm | 2960 mm |
