1946 Daimler DE 36 vs. 2007 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Kyron 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 11 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1946 Daimler DE 36 should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Daimler DE 36 weights approximately 692 kg more than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 SsangYong Kyron 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 SsangYong Kyron 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, 1946 Daimler DE 36 (342 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Kyron. (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1946 Daimler DE 36 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Kyron.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Daimler DE 36 | 2007 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Daimler | SsangYong |
| Model | DE 36 | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5459 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 120 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 167 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2693 kg | 2001 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3740 mm | 2750 mm |
