1946 Daimler DE 36 vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 47 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 5,987 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz S (389 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1946 Daimler DE 36. (150 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz S 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 513 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz S.
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, 1993 Mercedes-Benz S (570 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Daimler DE 36. (342 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Daimler DE 36. 1993 Mercedes-Benz S 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. 1993 Mercedes-Benz S will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Daimler DE 36 | 1993 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Daimler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | DE 36 | S |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5459 cc | 5987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 120 mm | 80.2 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2693 kg | 2180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3740 mm | 2520 mm |
