1946 Daimler DE 36 vs. 2011 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2011 Nissan Quest 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 Nissan Quest (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1946 Daimler DE 36. (150 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Quest 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 661 kg more than 2011 Nissan Quest.
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 Nissan Quest, 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 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1946 Daimler DE 36 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Daimler DE 36 | 2011 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Daimler | Nissan |
| Model | DE 36 | Quest |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5459 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2693 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1854 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3740 mm | 3000 mm |
