1955 Daimler One-O-Four vs. 2000 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2000 Ford Taurus is newer by 45 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, 2000 Ford Taurus (156 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Taurus 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 359 kg more than 2000 Ford Taurus.
Because 1955 Daimler One-O-Four is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Taurus, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Taurus. (244 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1955 Daimler One-O-Four will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Daimler One-O-Four | 2000 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | Daimler | Ford |
| Model | One-O-Four | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3468 cc | 2933 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 88.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 78.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1521 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2760 mm |
