1946 Daimler DE 36 vs. 2009 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 63 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, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1946 Daimler DE 36. (150 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition 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 1727 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.
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, 2009 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Daimler DE 36. (342 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Daimler DE 36. 2009 Ford Expedition 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. 2009 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Daimler DE 36 | 2009 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Daimler | Ford |
Model | DE 36 | Expedition |
Year Released | 1946 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5459 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 342 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2693 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3740 mm | 3030 mm |