1954 Daimler Conquest vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1954 Daimler Conquest. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster than 1954 Daimler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano weights approximately 631 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano (300 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daimler Conquest. (176 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daimler Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Daimler Conquest | 2005 Mercedes-Benz Viano | |
Make | Daimler | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Conquest | Viano |
Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2433 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1429 kg | 2060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3210 mm |