1954 Daimler Conquest vs. 2012 BMW 135
To start off, 2012 BMW 135 is newer by 58 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1954 Daimler Conquest. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 1954 Daimler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 135 weights approximately 221 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, 2012 BMW 135 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daimler Conquest. (176 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daimler Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Daimler Conquest | 2012 BMW 135 | |
Make | Daimler | BMW |
Model | Conquest | 135 |
Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2433 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 89.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1429 kg | 1650 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4374 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1412 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2659 mm |