1953 Daimler Conquest vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC is newer by 56 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1953 Daimler Conquest. (75 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC should accelerate faster than 1953 Daimler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC weights approximately 1433 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC (351 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Daimler Conquest. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Daimler Conquest. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC has automatic transmission and 1953 Daimler Conquest has manual transmission. 1953 Daimler Conquest will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Daimler Conquest | 2009 Mercedes-Benz CLC | |
| Make | Daimler | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Conquest | CLC |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2433 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 92.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 130 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2720 mm |
