1946 Daimler DE 36 vs. 2007 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2007 Nissan Frontier 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1946 Daimler DE 36. (150 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Frontier 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 1148 kg more than 2007 Nissan Frontier.
Because 2007 Nissan Frontier 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier 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, 2007 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Daimler DE 36. (342 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Frontier 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 | 2007 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Daimler | Nissan |
| Model | DE 36 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5459 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 120 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2693 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3740 mm | 3200 mm |
