1953 Daimler Conquest vs. 2000 Peugeot 306
To start off, 2000 Peugeot 306 is newer by 47 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 2,433 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Daimler Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Daimler Conquest (75 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2000 Peugeot 306. (74 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Daimler Conquest should accelerate faster than 2000 Peugeot 306. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Daimler Conquest weights approximately 377 kg more than 2000 Peugeot 306. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Daimler Conquest 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 1953 Daimler Conquest. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 306, 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, 1953 Daimler Conquest (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Peugeot 306. (111 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1953 Daimler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Peugeot 306.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Daimler Conquest | 2000 Peugeot 306 | |
| Make | Daimler | Peugeot |
| Model | Conquest | 306 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2433 cc | 1358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.6:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2590 mm |
