1946 Daimler DE 36 vs. 2011 Dodge Ram

To start off, 2011 Dodge Ram 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Ram (390 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1946 Daimler DE 36. (150 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Ram 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 275 kg more than 2011 Dodge Ram.

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, 2011 Dodge Ram (551 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Daimler DE 36. (342 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Daimler DE 36. 2011 Dodge Ram 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. 2011 Dodge Ram will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1946 Daimler DE 36 2011 Dodge Ram
Make Daimler Dodge
Model DE 36 Ram
Year Released 1946 2011
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5459 cc 5700 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 150 HP 390 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 342 Nm 551 Nm
Torque RPM 1200 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 2693 kg 2418 kg
Vehicle Length 5650 mm 5817 mm
Vehicle Width 1870 mm 2017 mm
Vehicle Height 1840 mm 1877 mm
Wheelbase Size 3740 mm 3569 mm


 

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