1946 Daimler DE 36 vs. 1996 Porsche 911
To start off, 1996 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (430 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1946 Daimler DE 36. (150 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1946 Daimler DE 36.
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, 1996 Porsche 911 (540 Nm) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Daimler DE 36. (342 Nm). This means 1996 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Daimler DE 36.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Daimler DE 36 | 1996 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Daimler | Porsche |
| Model | DE 36 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5459 cc | 3599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 296 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3740 mm | 2280 mm |
