1946 Daimler DE 36 vs. 2012 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Golf 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, 1946 Daimler DE 36 (150 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (84 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1946 Daimler DE 36 should accelerate faster than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Daimler DE 36 weights approximately 1277 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Volkswagen Golf, 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 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Volkswagen Golf. (160 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1946 Daimler DE 36 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Daimler DE 36 | 2012 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Daimler | Volkswagen |
| Model | DE 36 | Golf |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5459 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 187 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2693 kg | 1416 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4246 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1782 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3740 mm | 2578 mm |
