1954 Daimler Conquest vs. 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4
To start off, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Daimler Conquest. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Daimler Conquest would be higher. At 4,390 cc (12 cylinders), 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 (340 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1954 Daimler Conquest. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 should accelerate faster than 1954 Daimler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 weights approximately 91 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, 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 (423 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daimler Conquest. (176 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daimler Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daimler Conquest | 1971 Ferrari 365 GTC 4 | |
| Make | Daimler | Ferrari |
| Model | Conquest | 365 GTC 4 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2433 cc | 4390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 423 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 257 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1429 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |
