1954 Daimler Conquest vs. 1946 Daimler DE 36
To start off, 1954 Daimler Conquest is newer by 8 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, 1946 Daimler DE 36 (150 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1954 Daimler Conquest. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1946 Daimler DE 36 should accelerate faster than 1954 Daimler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Daimler DE 36 weights approximately 1264 kg more than 1954 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, 1946 Daimler DE 36 (342 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daimler Conquest. (176 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1946 Daimler DE 36 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daimler Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Daimler Conquest | 1946 Daimler DE 36 | |
Make | Daimler | Daimler |
Model | Conquest | DE 36 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1946 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2433 cc | 5459 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 342 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 120 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 6.3:1 |
Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 137 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1429 kg | 2693 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3740 mm |