1954 Daimler Conquest vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (360 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1954 Daimler Conquest. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1954 Daimler Conquest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1361 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 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado (515 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Daimler Conquest. (176 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Daimler Conquest.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Daimler Conquest | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Daimler | Chevrolet |
| Model | Conquest | Silverado |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2433 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1429 kg | 2790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 6580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 4250 mm |
