1946 Daimler DE 36 vs. 2002 Porsche 911
To start off, 2002 Porsche 911 is newer by 56 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, 2002 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1946 Daimler DE 36. (150 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 911 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 1288 kg more than 2002 Porsche 911.
Because 2002 Porsche 911 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, 2002 Porsche 911 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, 2002 Porsche 911 (841 Nm) has 499 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Daimler DE 36. (342 Nm). This means 2002 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Daimler DE 36.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Daimler DE 36 | 2002 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Daimler | Porsche |
| Model | DE 36 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5459 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 841 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 100.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 120 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2693 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3740 mm | 2370 mm |
