1946 Daimler DE 36 vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna is newer by 52 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, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna (187 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1946 Daimler DE 36. (150 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna 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 1235 kg more than 1998 Mitsubishi Magna.
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, 1998 Mitsubishi Magna, 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Magna. (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1946 Daimler DE 36 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Daimler DE 36 | 1998 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | Daimler | Mitsubishi |
| Model | DE 36 | Magna |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5459 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2693 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3740 mm | 2730 mm |
