1955 Daimler One-O-Four vs. 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 37 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, 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL (231 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 190 kg more than 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL.
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, 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL (268 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 | 1992 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
Make | Daimler | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | One-O-Four | SL |
Year Released | 1955 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3468 cc | 2962 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 231 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 259 Nm | 268 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 88.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 80.3 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2520 mm |