1946 Daimler DE 36 vs. 1996 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1996 Opel Vectra is newer by 50 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, 1996 Opel Vectra (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1946 Daimler DE 36. (150 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Opel Vectra 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 1469 kg more than 1996 Opel Vectra.
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, 1996 Opel Vectra, 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Vectra. (230 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1946 Daimler DE 36 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Daimler DE 36 | 1996 Opel Vectra | |
| Make | Daimler | Opel |
| Model | DE 36 | Vectra |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5459 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2693 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
