1946 Daimler DE 36 vs. 1977 Lancia Beta
To start off, 1977 Lancia Beta is newer by 31 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 32 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1946 Daimler DE 36 should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Daimler DE 36 weights approximately 1668 kg more than 1977 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1946 Daimler DE 36 (342 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm). This means 1946 Daimler DE 36 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Daimler DE 36 | 1977 Lancia Beta | |
Make | Daimler | Lancia |
Model | DE 36 | Beta |
Year Released | 1946 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5459 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 165 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2693 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1200 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3740 mm | 2360 mm |