1954 Daimler Conquest vs. 2005 Ford Focus
To start off, 2005 Ford Focus is newer by 51 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, 2005 Ford Focus (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1954 Daimler Conquest. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1954 Daimler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Daimler Conquest weights approximately 229 kg more than 2005 Ford Focus.
Because 1954 Daimler Conquest is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Daimler Conquest. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Focus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Focus. (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1954 Daimler Conquest will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Daimler Conquest | 2005 Ford Focus | |
Make | Daimler | Ford |
Model | Conquest | Focus |
Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2433 cc | 1989 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 169 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1429 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2620 mm |