1946 Daimler DE 36 vs. 1985 Audi 4000
To start off, 1985 Audi 4000 is newer by 39 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 50 more horse power than 1985 Audi 4000. (100 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1946 Daimler DE 36 should accelerate faster than 1985 Audi 4000.
Because 1985 Audi 4000 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1946 Daimler DE 36. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Audi 4000 will offer significantly more control. 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 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Audi 4000. (137 Nm). This means 1946 Daimler DE 36 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Audi 4000. 1985 Audi 4000 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. 1985 Audi 4000 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Daimler DE 36 | 1985 Audi 4000 | |
| Make | Daimler | Audi |
| Model | DE 36 | 4000 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5459 cc | 2144 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 120 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3740 mm | 2550 mm |
