1946 Daimler DE 36 vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 58 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (415 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1946 Daimler DE 36. (150 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 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 1156 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
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, 2004 Porsche 911 (563 Nm) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Daimler DE 36. (342 Nm). This means 2004 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 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Daimler | Porsche |
| Model | DE 36 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5459 cc | 3588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 415 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 563 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 120 mm | 76 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.3:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2693 kg | 1537 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3740 mm | 2360 mm |
