1954 Daimler Conquest vs. 1971 GAZ 24
To start off, 1971 GAZ 24 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 2,433 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Daimler Conquest is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Daimler Conquest (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1971 GAZ 24. (62 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Daimler Conquest should accelerate faster than 1971 GAZ 24. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 GAZ 24 weights approximately 61 kg more than 1954 Daimler Conquest.
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, 1954 Daimler Conquest (176 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 GAZ 24. (124 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1954 Daimler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 GAZ 24.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daimler Conquest | 1971 GAZ 24 | |
| Make | Daimler | GAZ |
| Model | Conquest | 24 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2433 cc | 2111 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1429 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2810 mm |
