1946 Daimler DE 36 vs. 2012 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2012 GMC Terrain 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 5,459 cc (8 cylinders), 1946 Daimler DE 36 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Terrain (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1946 Daimler DE 36. (150 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Terrain 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 945 kg more than 2012 GMC Terrain.
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, 2012 GMC Terrain, 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 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 GMC Terrain. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1946 Daimler DE 36 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 GMC Terrain. 2012 GMC Terrain 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 GMC Terrain will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Daimler DE 36 | 2012 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Daimler | GMC |
| Model | DE 36 | Terrain |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5459 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2693 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1849 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3740 mm | 2858 mm |
