1946 Daimler DE 36 vs. 2007 Morgan 44
To start off, 2007 Morgan 44 is newer by 61 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, 1946 Daimler DE 36 (150 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Morgan 44. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1946 Daimler DE 36 should accelerate faster than 2007 Morgan 44. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Daimler DE 36 weights approximately 1713 kg more than 2007 Morgan 44. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1946 Daimler DE 36 (342 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Morgan 44. (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1946 Daimler DE 36 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Morgan 44.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Daimler DE 36 | 2007 Morgan 44 | |
Make | Daimler | Morgan |
Model | DE 36 | 44 |
Year Released | 1946 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5459 cc | 1795 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 80.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 120 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2693 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3740 mm | 2450 mm |