1955 Daimler One-O-Four vs. 1967 Porsche 904
To start off, 1967 Porsche 904 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Daimler One-O-Four would be higher. At 3,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Daimler One-O-Four is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Porsche 904 (177 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Porsche 904 should accelerate faster than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Daimler One-O-Four weights approximately 1181 kg more than 1967 Porsche 904.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Daimler One-O-Four | 1967 Porsche 904 | |
| Make | Daimler | Porsche |
| Model | One-O-Four | 904 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3468 cc | 1965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 699 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2310 mm |
