1946 Daimler DE 36 vs. 1979 Ferrari 400
To start off, 1979 Ferrari 400 is newer by 33 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, 1979 Ferrari 400 (310 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1946 Daimler DE 36. (150 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ferrari 400 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 720 kg more than 1979 Ferrari 400.
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, 1979 Ferrari 400 (392 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Daimler DE 36. (342 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1979 Ferrari 400 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 | 1979 Ferrari 400 | |
Make | Daimler | Ferrari |
Model | DE 36 | 400 |
Year Released | 1946 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5459 cc | 4823 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 392 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2693 kg | 1973 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3740 mm | 2710 mm |