1954 Daimler Conquest vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (311 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1954 Daimler Conquest. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1954 Daimler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 496 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 2012 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Daimler Conquest. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 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, 2012 BMW X3 (630 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daimler Conquest. (176 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 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 X3 | |
| Make | Daimler | BMW |
| Model | Conquest | X3 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2433 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 630 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 146 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1429 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2810 mm |
