1946 Daimler DE 36 vs. 2008 Ford Bantam
To start off, 2008 Ford Bantam is newer by 62 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Daimler DE 36 weights approximately 1673 kg more than 2008 Ford Bantam.
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, 2008 Ford Bantam, 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 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Bantam. (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1946 Daimler DE 36 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Bantam.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Daimler DE 36 | 2008 Ford Bantam | |
| Make | Daimler | Ford |
| Model | DE 36 | Bantam |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5459 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.3:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 153 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2693 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3740 mm | 2670 mm |
