1946 Daimler DE 36 vs. 2010 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 64 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 (256 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1946 Daimler DE 36. (150 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 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 845 kg more than 2010 Alfa Romeo 159.
Because 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 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, 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Alfa Romeo 159. (322 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1946 Daimler DE 36 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Alfa Romeo 159.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Daimler DE 36 | 2010 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Daimler | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | DE 36 | 159 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5459 cc | 3195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 322 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.3:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2693 kg | 1848 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3740 mm | 2710 mm |
