1946 Daimler DE 36 vs. 2008 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Bora 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 Volkswagen Bora (178 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1946 Daimler DE 36. (150 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Bora 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 1375 kg more than 2008 Volkswagen Bora.
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 Volkswagen Bora, 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 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Bora. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 1946 Daimler DE 36 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Daimler DE 36 | 2008 Volkswagen Bora | |
| Make | Daimler | Volkswagen |
| Model | DE 36 | Bora |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5459 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 178 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2693 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3740 mm | 2520 mm |
