1946 Daimler DE 36 vs. 1999 GMC Safari
To start off, 1999 GMC Safari 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 GMC Safari (187 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1946 Daimler DE 36. (150 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Safari 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 738 kg more than 1999 GMC Safari.
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, 1946 Daimler DE 36 (342 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 GMC Safari. (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1946 Daimler DE 36 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 GMC Safari. 1999 GMC Safari has automatic transmission and 1946 Daimler DE 36 has manual transmission. 1946 Daimler DE 36 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 GMC Safari will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Daimler DE 36 | 1999 GMC Safari | |
Make | Daimler | GMC |
Model | DE 36 | Safari |
Year Released | 1946 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5459 cc | 4291 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 120 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2693 kg | 1955 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3740 mm | 2830 mm |