1954 Daimler Conquest vs. 2004 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2004 Pontiac GTO is newer by 50 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 5,669 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac GTO (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1954 Daimler Conquest. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1954 Daimler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 261 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, 2004 Pontiac GTO (495 Nm) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daimler Conquest. (176 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daimler Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Daimler Conquest | 2004 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | Daimler | Pontiac |
Model | Conquest | GTO |
Year Released | 1954 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2433 cc | 5669 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 495 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1429 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2720 mm |