1954 Daimler Conquest vs. 2009 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus (264 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1954 Daimler Conquest. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus 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 Taurus.
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, 2009 Ford Taurus, 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, 2009 Ford Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daimler Conquest. (176 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus 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 Taurus | |
Make | Daimler | Ford |
Model | Conquest | Taurus |
Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2433 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6251 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4501 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1429 kg | 966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2870 mm |