1953 Daimler Conquest vs. 1972 Dodge Dart
To start off, 1972 Dodge Dart is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Daimler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Daimler Conquest would be higher. At 5,562 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Dodge Dart (240 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1953 Daimler Conquest. (75 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1953 Daimler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Dodge Dart weights approximately 28 kg more than 1953 Daimler Conquest. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Dodge Dart (401 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Daimler Conquest. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1972 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Daimler Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Daimler Conquest | 1972 Dodge Dart | |
| Make | Daimler | Dodge |
| Model | Conquest | Dart |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2433 cc | 5562 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 102.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2830 mm |
