1946 Daimler DE 36 vs. 1999 Ford Telstar
To start off, 1999 Ford Telstar is newer by 53 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, 1999 Ford Telstar (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1946 Daimler DE 36. (150 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Telstar 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 1418 kg more than 1999 Ford Telstar.
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, 1999 Ford Telstar, 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Telstar. (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1946 Daimler DE 36 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Telstar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Daimler DE 36 | 1999 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Daimler | Ford |
| Model | DE 36 | Telstar |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5459 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2693 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1400 mm |
