1946 Daimler DE 36 vs. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 Mercedes-Benz SL (228 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1946 Daimler DE 36. (150 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1946 Daimler DE 36.
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 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1946 Daimler DE 36 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL. 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Daimler DE 36 | 2010 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Daimler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | DE 36 | SL |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5459 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1298 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3740 mm | 2560 mm |
