1954 Daimler Conquest vs. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 57 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, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 (207 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1954 Daimler Conquest. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 should accelerate faster than 1954 Daimler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 341 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.
Because 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 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, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 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, 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 (401 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daimler Conquest. (176 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daimler Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daimler Conquest | 2011 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Daimler | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Conquest | 159 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2433 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1429 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2710 mm |
