1946 Daimler DE 36 vs. 2008 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ6 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. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJ6 (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1946 Daimler DE 36. (150 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ6 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 2008 Jaguar XJ6.
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 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XJ6. (300 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1946 Daimler DE 36 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XJ6. 2008 Jaguar XJ6 has automatic transmission and 1946 Daimler DE 36 has manual transmission. 1946 Daimler DE 36 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jaguar XJ6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1946 Daimler DE 36 | 2008 Jaguar XJ6 | |
Make | Daimler | Jaguar |
Model | DE 36 | XJ6 |
Year Released | 1946 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5459 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 120 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2693 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2110 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3740 mm | 3040 mm |