1946 Daimler DE 36 vs. 1986 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 505 is newer by 40 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, 1986 Peugeot 505 (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1946 Daimler DE 36. (150 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Peugeot 505 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 1362 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 505.
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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 505. (235 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1946 Daimler DE 36 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Daimler DE 36 | 1986 Peugeot 505 | |
Make | Daimler | Peugeot |
Model | DE 36 | 505 |
Year Released | 1946 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5459 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 235 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 120 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2693 kg | 1331 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3740 mm | 2680 mm |