1946 Daimler DE 36 vs. 1997 Honda CRX
To start off, 1997 Honda CRX is newer by 51 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, 1946 Daimler DE 36 (150 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1997 Honda CRX. (125 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1946 Daimler DE 36 should accelerate faster than 1997 Honda CRX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Daimler DE 36 weights approximately 1643 kg more than 1997 Honda CRX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Honda CRX, 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 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1946 Daimler DE 36 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Daimler DE 36 | 1997 Honda CRX | |
| Make | Daimler | Honda |
| Model | DE 36 | CRX |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5459 cc | 1668 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 120 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.3:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2693 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3740 mm | 2380 mm |
