1954 Daimler Conquest vs. 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp
To start off, 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp is newer by 20 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 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1954 Daimler Conquest. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp should accelerate faster than 1954 Daimler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp weights approximately 271 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, 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp (450 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daimler Conquest. (176 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daimler Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daimler Conquest | 1974 De Tomaso Longchamp | |
| Make | Daimler | De Tomaso |
| Model | Conquest | Longchamp |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2433 cc | 5763 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1429 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2610 mm |
