1946 Daimler DE 36 vs. 2012 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2012 Chrysler 300 is newer by 66 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 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler 300 (465 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 315 more horse power than 1946 Daimler DE 36. (150 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler 300 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 713 kg more than 2012 Chrysler 300.
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, 2012 Chrysler 300 (630 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 288 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Daimler DE 36. (342 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Daimler DE 36. 2012 Chrysler 300 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. 2012 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Daimler DE 36 | 2012 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Daimler | Chrysler |
| Model | DE 36 | 300 |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5459 cc | 6400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 465 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2693 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3740 mm | 3053 mm |
