1954 Daimler Conquest vs. 2006 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 52 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, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1954 Daimler Conquest. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1954 Daimler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Daimler Conquest weights approximately 111 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Sharan.
Because 2006 Volkswagen Sharan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Daimler Conquest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Volkswagen Sharan (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daimler Conquest. (176 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daimler Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daimler Conquest | 2006 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Daimler | Volkswagen |
| Model | Conquest | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2433 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1429 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2850 mm |
