1946 Daimler DE 36 vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 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 Ford F-150 (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1946 Daimler DE 36. (150 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 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 367 kg more than 2011 Ford F-150.
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 Ford F-150 (376 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Daimler DE 36. (342 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Daimler DE 36. 2011 Ford F-150 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 Ford F-150 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Daimler DE 36 | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Daimler | Ford |
| Model | DE 36 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5459 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2693 kg | 2326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3740 mm | 3670 mm |
