1953 Daimler Conquest vs. 2012 Ford Edge
To start off, 2012 Ford Edge is newer by 59 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Edge (285 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1953 Daimler Conquest. (75 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1953 Daimler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Edge weights approximately 443 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.
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, 2012 Ford Edge, 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, 2012 Ford Edge (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Daimler Conquest. (168 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Edge will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Daimler Conquest. 2012 Ford Edge 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. 2012 Ford Edge will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1953 Daimler Conquest | 2012 Ford Edge | |
Make | Daimler | Ford |
Model | Conquest | Edge |
Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2433 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1397 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4679 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1702 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2824 mm |