1946 Daimler DE 36 vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 Mitsubishi Lancer (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1946 Daimler DE 36. (150 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer 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 1288 kg more than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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 Mitsubishi Lancer, 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1946 Daimler DE 36 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Daimler DE 36 | 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Daimler | Mitsubishi |
| Model | DE 36 | Lancer |
| 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 | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2693 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3740 mm | 2634 mm |
