1946 Daimler DE 36 vs. 1974 Triumph 2000
To start off, 1974 Triumph 2000 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 5,459 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 67 more horse power than 1974 Triumph 2000. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1946 Daimler DE 36 should accelerate faster than 1974 Triumph 2000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Daimler DE 36 weights approximately 1448 kg more than 1974 Triumph 2000. 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 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Triumph 2000. (135 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1946 Daimler DE 36 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Triumph 2000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Daimler DE 36 | 1974 Triumph 2000 | |
| Make | Daimler | Triumph |
| Model | DE 36 | 2000 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5459 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2693 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3740 mm | 2700 mm |
