1946 Daimler DE 36 vs. 2006 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2006 Mini Cooper is newer by 60 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, 2006 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1946 Daimler DE 36. (150 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mini Cooper 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 1518 kg more than 2006 Mini Cooper.
Because 1946 Daimler DE 36 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1946 Daimler DE 36. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mini Cooper, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mini Cooper. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1946 Daimler DE 36 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Daimler DE 36 | 2006 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Daimler | Mini |
| Model | DE 36 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5459 cc | 1606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 120 mm | 85.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.3:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2693 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3740 mm | 2470 mm |
