1955 Daimler One-O-Four vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester is newer by 50 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, 2005 Subaru Forester (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester 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 431 kg more than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Because 2005 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Daimler One-O-Four. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (225 Nm). This means 1955 Daimler One-O-Four will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Daimler One-O-Four | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Daimler | Subaru |
| Model | One-O-Four | Forester |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3468 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1449 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2530 mm |
