1946 Daimler DE 36 vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic 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, 1946 Daimler DE 36 (150 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2011 Honda Civic. (113 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1946 Daimler DE 36 should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Daimler DE 36 weights approximately 1373 kg more than 2011 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Honda Civic, 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 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Civic. (148 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1946 Daimler DE 36 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Civic. 2011 Honda Civic 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 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Daimler DE 36 | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Daimler | Honda |
| Model | DE 36 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5459 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2693 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4503 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1753 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1435 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3740 mm | 2700 mm |
