1954 Daimler Conquest vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 53 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 5,980 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (616 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 516 more horse power than 1954 Daimler Conquest. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 1954 Daimler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 521 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (500 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daimler Conquest. (176 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daimler Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Daimler Conquest | 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Daimler | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Conquest | SL |
Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2433 cc | 5980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 616 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 295 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1429 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2570 mm |