1946 Daimler DE 36 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Express 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Express (250 HP @ 3100 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1946 Daimler DE 36. (150 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Express 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 220 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Express.
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, 2010 Chevrolet Express (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Daimler DE 36. (342 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Daimler DE 36. 2010 Chevrolet Express 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. 2010 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Daimler DE 36 | 2010 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Daimler | Chevrolet |
| Model | DE 36 | Express |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5459 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2693 kg | 2473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 2073 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3740 mm | 3429 mm |
