1946 Daimler DE 36 vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 59 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (316 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1946 Daimler DE 36. (150 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 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 1143 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 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, 2005 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Daimler DE 36. (342 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Daimler | Porsche |
| Model | DE 36 | 911 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5459 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 120 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.3:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2693 kg | 1550 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 |
