1946 Daimler DE 36 vs. 1985 Toyota Cressida
To start off, 1985 Toyota Cressida 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 28 more horse power than 1985 Toyota Cressida. (122 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1946 Daimler DE 36 should accelerate faster than 1985 Toyota Cressida. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Daimler DE 36 weights approximately 1325 kg more than 1985 Toyota Cressida. 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 @ 1200 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Toyota Cressida. (149 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1946 Daimler DE 36 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Toyota Cressida. 1985 Toyota Cressida 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 Toyota Cressida will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Daimler DE 36 | 1985 Toyota Cressida | |
| Make | Daimler | Toyota |
| Model | DE 36 | Cressida |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5459 cc | 2759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 149 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 120 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2693 kg | 1368 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3740 mm | 2670 mm |
