1946 Daimler DE 36 vs. 2011 Lotus Evora
To start off, 2011 Lotus Evora 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 Lotus Evora (276 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1946 Daimler DE 36. (150 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Evora 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, 2011 Lotus Evora (349 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Daimler DE 36. (342 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2011 Lotus Evora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Daimler DE 36.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Daimler DE 36 | 2011 Lotus Evora | |
| Make | Daimler | Lotus |
| Model | DE 36 | Evora |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5459 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1222 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3740 mm | 2576 mm |
