1955 Daimler One-O-Four vs. 1977 Datsun 280
To start off, 1977 Datsun 280 is newer by 22 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, 1955 Daimler One-O-Four (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1977 Datsun 280. (125 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Daimler One-O-Four should accelerate faster than 1977 Datsun 280. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Daimler One-O-Four weights approximately 505 kg more than 1977 Datsun 280. 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, 1955 Daimler One-O-Four (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Datsun 280. (197 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1955 Daimler One-O-Four will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Datsun 280.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Daimler One-O-Four | 1977 Datsun 280 | |
| Make | Daimler | Datsun |
| Model | One-O-Four | 280 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3468 cc | 2751 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2700 mm |
