1954 Daimler Conquest vs. 2009 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 55 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1954 Daimler Conquest. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1954 Daimler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Daimler Conquest weights approximately 463 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.
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, 2009 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daimler Conquest. (176 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daimler Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Daimler Conquest | 2009 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Daimler | Ford |
Model | Conquest | Expedition |
Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2433 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1429 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3030 mm |