1955 Daimler One-O-Four vs. 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 16 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 6,545 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 80 kg more than 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix.
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, 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix (461 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Daimler One-O-Four | 1971 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
Make | Daimler | Pontiac |
Model | One-O-Four | Grand Prix |
Year Released | 1955 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3468 cc | 6545 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 259 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3030 mm |