1946 Daimler DE 36 vs. 1989 Mazda 323
To start off, 1989 Mazda 323 is newer by 43 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, 1989 Mazda 323 (161 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1946 Daimler DE 36. (150 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mazda 323 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 1518 kg more than 1989 Mazda 323.
Because 1946 Daimler DE 36 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1946 Daimler DE 36. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Mazda 323, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mazda 323. (216 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1946 Daimler DE 36 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Daimler DE 36 | 1989 Mazda 323 | |
| Make | Daimler | Mazda |
| Model | DE 36 | 323 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5459 cc | 1840 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 120 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2693 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3740 mm | 2460 mm |
