1946 Daimler DE 36 vs. 2011 Audi A3
To start off, 2011 Audi A3 is newer by 65 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, 2011 Audi A3 (200 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1946 Daimler DE 36. (150 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A3 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 1233 kg more than 2011 Audi A3.
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, 2011 Audi A3, 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Audi A3. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1946 Daimler DE 36 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Audi A3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Daimler DE 36 | 2011 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Daimler | Audi |
| Model | DE 36 | A3 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5459 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2693 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1422 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3740 mm | 2578 mm |
