1946 Daimler DE 36 vs. 2001 Ford F-150
To start off, 2001 Ford F-150 is newer by 55 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, 2001 Ford F-150 (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1946 Daimler DE 36. (150 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford F-150 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 618 kg more than 2001 Ford F-150.
Because 2001 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1946 Daimler DE 36. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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 2001 Ford F-150. (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1946 Daimler DE 36 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford F-150.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Daimler DE 36 | 2001 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Daimler | Ford |
| Model | DE 36 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5459 cc | 4193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2693 kg | 2075 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3740 mm | 3050 mm |
