1946 Daimler DE 36 vs. 2005 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra (282 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1946 Daimler DE 36. (150 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Tundra 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 665 kg more than 2005 Toyota Tundra.
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, 2005 Toyota Tundra (430 Nm) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Daimler DE 36. (342 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Daimler | Toyota |
| Model | DE 36 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5459 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 120 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2693 kg | 2028 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3740 mm | 3270 mm |
