1946 Daimler DE 36 vs. 2013 Porsche Panamera
To start off, 2013 Porsche Panamera is newer by 67 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (493 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 343 more horse power than 1946 Daimler DE 36. (150 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera 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 723 kg more than 2013 Porsche Panamera.
Because 2013 Porsche Panamera is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1946 Daimler DE 36. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Panamera will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Porsche Panamera (700 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Daimler DE 36. (342 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Panamera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Daimler DE 36.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Daimler DE 36 | 2013 Porsche Panamera | |
| Make | Daimler | Porsche |
| Model | DE 36 | Panamera |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5459 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | single |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 120 mm | 83 mm |
| Top Speed | 137 km/hour | 303 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2693 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2114 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1418 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3740 mm | 2920 mm |
